Chesham Grammar School
11+ Admissions Guide 2026
How to get into Chesham Grammar School
Gender
Exam Board
GL Assessment
Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
HealthySchool Size
1,326 pupils
About Chesham Grammar School
Chesham Grammar School is a mixed selective school in Buckinghamshire where pupils thrive both academically and personally. The school's distinctive "vertical tutoring" system pairs younger students with older mentors, creating strong bonds across year groups and fostering a genuinely supportive community. Teachers here are ambitious for every pupil, providing a curriculum that goes well beyond examination requirements while developing students as confident, independent learners from the moment they arrive. With exceptional academic results, an impressive range of extracurricular activities, and sixth formers who take real pride in leading and supporting their peers, pupils leave well-prepared and aspirational about their futures.
Subjects Tested
Ages & Pupils
1,326
Total pupils
Academic Performance
Attainment 8
74
Average GCSE score across 8 subjects
GCSE Grade 5+
96.7%
Achieving Grade 5+ in English & Maths
School Profile
Student Demographics
2.1%
Free School Meals
12.3%
English as Additional Language
0.83%
EHCP
3.17%
SEN Support