High Wycombe Church of England Combined School
High Wycombe, HP11 2JU · Buckinghamshire · primary school
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82nd 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 4,248 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.8/10 among them, against 5.4/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
High Wycombe Church of England Combined School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 13.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.8 out of 10 among them, against 5.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 209 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 curriculum support pupils who are working towards the expected standard? What specific activities are available within the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about High Wycombe Church of England Combined School
Overview
High Wycombe Church of England Combined School continues to be a good school, maintaining a high quality of education since the last inspection. Leaders have addressed previous staffing turbulence, resulting in current pupils achieving well within a "friendly, welcoming" and "vibrant learning community."
Strengths
- Pupils feel "happy and safe" in a calm environment where they "listen respectfully" and are "enthusiastic about their learning."
- Leaders have developed a "broad and engaging curriculum" that is "ambitious for all pupils," including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- The school has successfully prioritised phonics and reading, with children building knowledge in "carefully ordered steps" and older pupils enjoying being "Reading Champions."
- Teachers possess "good subject knowledge" and provide "vibrant and engaging" lessons with appropriate adaptations for diverse needs.
- Governors are "knowledgeable and enthusiastic advocates" who consider staff well-being, while pupils value opportunities for responsibility and extracurricular clubs.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of foundation subjects, leaders and teachers do not always use assessment effectively, which "slows down the identification of gaps in individual pupil’s knowledge and hinders progress."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders creating a "positive, open culture" where staff understand their responsibilities and concerns are promptly addressed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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.
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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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