The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2022).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 74.5 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2022
- This is a boys-only school
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
74.5
30.7 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
95%
53.4pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
76%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.06
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
99%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
99%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
0%
Based on 185 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 10 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
13% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 19 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 100 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Boys
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,344
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 5.7%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Buckinghamshire
- Trust
- AYLESBURY GRAMMAR SCHOOL
- Head
- Mr Mark Sturgeon (Headmaster)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Walton Road, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP21 7RP
Town setting
Questions parents ask
Is Aylesbury Grammar School a selective school?
Yes. Aylesbury Grammar School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is Aylesbury Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Aylesbury Grammar School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in November 2022. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Aylesbury Grammar School?
Aylesbury Grammar School currently has 1,344 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Aylesbury Grammar School take?
Aylesbury Grammar School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Aylesbury Grammar School?
Aylesbury Grammar School is in Aylesbury, HP21 7RP, in the Buckinghamshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Aylesbury Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, Aylesbury Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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