Dr Challoner's Grammar School
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Grammar SchoolBuckinghamshire, South East9 days until registration opensOfsted: Outstanding

Gender

Boys

Exam Board

GL Assessment

Places (Year 7)

180

Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio

18.1:1

Healthy

About Dr Challoner's Grammar School

Dr Challoner's Grammar School is a vibrant and inclusive boys' grammar school in Amersham where the values of aspiration, kindness and resilience genuinely shape daily life. Pupils here achieve exceptionally well academically while developing into confident, articulate learners who relish intellectual challenge and discussion. The school offers an impressive array of extracurricular activities, and sixth-formers serve as genuine role models, mentoring younger students and contributing to school life. With a strong focus on personal development alongside academic rigour, thoughtful careers guidance, and a supportive community where every child is seen as an individual, pupils leave well-prepared for prestigious destinations and equipped with skills for life.

Subjects Tested

MathsEnglishVerbal ReasoningNon-Verbal Reasoning

Ages & Pupils

1,368

Total pupils

Ofsted Rating

Outstanding

Overall effectiveness

Inspected 11 May 2019

Quality of Education

Outstanding

Behaviour & Attitudes

Outstanding

Personal Development

Outstanding

Leadership & Management

Outstanding

Sixth Form Provision

Outstanding

Academic Performance

Attainment 8

73.9

Average GCSE score across 8 subjects

National average46.2

GCSE Grade 5+

96.2%

Achieving Grade 5+ in English & Maths

National average45.3%

School Profile

School Size
1,368 pupilsLarge
Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1Healthy
Consortium
Buckinghamshire

Admissions

Published Admission Number
180 places
Catchment Area
School has defined catchment area with map available

Student Demographics

2.6%

Free School Meals

17.4%

English as Additional Language

0.8%

EHCP

14.25%

SEN Support

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