The short version
Average GCSE results. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2009).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 47.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2009
- The school has significant spare capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
47.3
3.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
41%
1.3pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
20%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.08
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
34% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 442
- Capacity
- 64%
Governance
- Local authority
- Buckinghamshire
- Head
- Mrs Eleanor Holding (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Outstanding
1 official report linked on this page.
Location
Akeley Wood Senior School, Akeley, MK18 5AE
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
What is Akeley Wood Senior School's Ofsted rating?
Akeley Wood Senior School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in June 2009. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Akeley Wood Senior School?
Akeley Wood Senior School currently has 442 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Akeley Wood Senior School take?
Akeley Wood Senior School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18.
Where is Akeley Wood Senior School?
Akeley Wood Senior School is in MK18 5AE, in the Buckinghamshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Akeley Wood Senior School have a sixth form?
Yes, Akeley Wood Senior School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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