Great Kingshill Church of England Combined School
High Wycombe, HP15 6JP · Buckinghamshire · primary school
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110th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 2,757 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.6/10 among them, against 3.5/10 nationally. 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 | 61.0 · 41 | 40% | 1.66 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.60 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Great Kingshill Church of England Combined School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 61.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.6 out of 10 among them, against 3.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a Homework Club, participate in sports including netball, judo, gymnastics, cheerleading, football, archery, dodgeball and hockey, or take part in dance. The school also provides a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 451 pupils against a stated capacity of 472. 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 to bridge the gap between the expected and higher standards in maths? What specific strategies are used to improve reading outcomes for the majority of Year 6 pupils? How does the school manage class sizes given the current proximity to full capacity?
What Ofsted said about Great Kingshill Church of England Combined School
Overview
Great Kingshill Church of England Combined School continues to be a good school, where pupils are described as "confident, articulate, and positive." The inspection confirms that the school’s core values effectively foster a safe and welcoming environment, with high expectations for behaviour and learning.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe and trust adults to act immediately on any bullying, which is reported as rare.
- Learning in subjects such as reading, history, and geography is secure, with plans that build on prior knowledge.
- Teachers and teaching assistants effectively adapt learning to support disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Early reading is taught expertly, with books well-matched to ability and quick support for those falling behind.
- Leaders actively manage teacher workload by selecting resources to reduce pressure, ensuring staff feel supported.
Areas to improve
- Subject leaders must consistently use assessment information to identify and address gaps in pupils’ knowledge in some subjects.
- Leaders should implement a training programme to deepen teachers’ subject expertise, ensuring they can effectively address misconceptions in areas where confidence is lower.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff well trained to spot signs of need and quickly follow up concerns to ensure pupils and families receive appropriate help.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 61% |
| 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
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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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