Little Chalfont Primary School
Amersham, HP6 6SX · Buckinghamshire · primary school
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3rd 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 1,163 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.9/10 among them, against 9.0/10 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 | 78.0 · 84 | 62% | 5.17 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 34.0 · 99 | 38% | 3.82 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Little Chalfont Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 78.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 34.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.9 out of 10 among them, against 9.0 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access a breakfast club and an after-school club. Extracurricular options include Chess Club, Samurai Kickboxing, Kudos Athletics Running Club, Premier Education Cricket, Computer Xplorers, Cheerleading, and Mini Tennis. Sports cover Premier Education WEDS Football, Gymnastics, FRI Football, Netball, Football, Dance, and Cross country. Trips visit the Seaside, Chiltern Open Air Museum, Toys Workshop, Great Fire of London Day, Roald Dahl Museum, London Eye, Ancient Egyptian Day, and Waddesdon Manor.
Getting in
The published school roll is 247 pupils against a stated capacity of 244. 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.
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What Ofsted said about Little Chalfont Primary School
Overview
Little Chalfont Primary School is described as a place where "pupils thrive" within a "warm and welcoming" environment that combines high aspirations with exceptional care. The report highlights that the school successfully fosters a "deep love of learning" from the start, resulting in pupils who are "understandably proud" and achieve exceptionally well across all areas.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "excellent behaviour" and "strong motivation to succeed," guided by the school’s values of being "ready, respectful and resilient."
- The "ambitious, high-quality curriculum" ensures progressive learning, with a particular strength in the reading curriculum which provides the "bedrock for pupils’ academic achievement."
- Staff possess "excellent knowledge of the subjects they teach" and skilfully adjust learning activities to address individual needs and misunderstandings.
- Personal development is "exceptional," with pupils benefiting from a wide range of experiences that foster a "strong sense of individual responsibility" and leadership skills.
- Trustees and governors provide "effective challenge and accountability," while staff feel valued and parents are "overwhelmingly positive" about the school.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 78% |
| 2023/24 | 97% |
| 2024/25 | 78% |
| 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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