Buckingham Primary School
Buckingham, MK18 1TT · Buckinghamshire · primary school
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30th of 142 primary schools in Buckinghamshire we can score, 182 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 7.6/10 against 3,666 of them, against 7.2/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 71.0 · 68 | 62% | 4.19 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 38% | 2.98 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Buckingham Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 13.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (7.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 354 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in core subjects? What specific trips or clubs are available for Year 6 pupils this term?
What Ofsted said about Buckingham Primary School
Overview
Pupils at Buckingham Primary School feel loved and safe, thriving in a community rooted in "open acceptance" and high expectations. The school delivers an ambitious curriculum with strong outcomes in reading, mathematics, and personal development, supported by effective leadership and staff expertise.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "consistently high levels of respect" and a deep sense of equity, discussing topics like race and gender with open-mindedness.
- The curriculum is "precisely identified" and logically ordered, with staff using secure subject knowledge to design tasks that build learning over time.
- Reading is a significant strength; staff follow a clear phonics programme, ensuring pupils become "fluent and accurate readers" who love books reflecting diverse cultures.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "swiftly identified" and receive effective support, allowing them to achieve well.
- The school fosters an "exceptionally strong culture of kindness and respect," with pupils showing maturity and taking responsibility for their actions.
Areas to improve
- In some wider subjects, staff do not check pupils’ knowledge with "enough rigour," leading to unaddressed gaps or misconceptions.
- The school must "accurately assess pupils’ knowledge and understanding" to ensure secure foundations before introducing new content.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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