Royal Grammar School (High Wycombe)
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Grammar SchoolBuckinghamshire, South East9 days until registration opensOfsted: Good

Gender

Boys

Exam Board

GL Assessment

Places (Year 7)

182

Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio

18.3:1

Healthy

About Royal Grammar School (High Wycombe)

The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe is a vibrant boys' grammar school where pupils genuinely thrive, united by a strong sense of camaraderie and belonging. Academic standards are exceptionally high, with a thoughtfully designed curriculum that builds knowledge progressively and challenges pupils to explore subjects with real curiosity and depth. Beyond the classroom, boys embrace an impressive array of extra-curricular activities, while the sixth form—soon to become co-educational—develops impressive young leaders who serve as role models throughout the school. Staff know each pupil well, and there's a genuine culture of care that balances academic ambition with attention to individual wellbeing and character development.

Subjects Tested

MathsEnglishVerbal ReasoningNon-Verbal Reasoning

Ages & Pupils

1,409

Total pupils

Ofsted Rating

Good

Overall effectiveness

Inspected 10 September 2019

Quality of Education

Good

Behaviour & Attitudes

Outstanding

Personal Development

Outstanding

Leadership & Management

Good

Sixth Form Provision

Outstanding

Academic Performance

Attainment 8

73.9

Average GCSE score across 8 subjects

National average46.2

GCSE Grade 5+

97.6%

Achieving Grade 5+ in English & Maths

National average45.3%

School Profile

School Size
1,409 pupilsLarge
Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio
18.3:1Healthy
Boarding
Boarding available
Consortium
Buckinghamshire

Admissions

Published Admission Number
182 places

Student Demographics

5.2%

Free School Meals

29.5%

English as Additional Language

0.5%

EHCP

6.6%

SEN Support

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