The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 74.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023
- This is a girls-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
74.3
30.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
99%
57.1pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
59%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.03
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
98%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
98%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
1%
Based on 182 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 9 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
9% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 13 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 104 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,358
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 5.6%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Buckinghamshire
- Trust
- AYLESBURY HIGH SCHOOL
- Head
- Mrs Marieke Forster (Headteacher)
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 7SX
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmThe Grange School
Secondary · 389m away
Turnfurlong Junior School
Primary · 761m away
Turnfurlong Infant School
Primary · 761m away
St Joseph's Catholic Infant School
Primary · 796m away
St Edward's Catholic Junior School
Primary · 834m away
Stocklake Park Community School
Special school · 854m away
William Harding School
Primary · 1.2km away
Oak Green School
Primary · 1.2km away
Questions parents ask
Is Aylesbury High School a selective school?
Yes. Aylesbury High 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 High School's Ofsted rating?
Aylesbury High School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in December 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Aylesbury High School?
Aylesbury High School currently has 1,358 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Aylesbury High School take?
Aylesbury High School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Aylesbury High School?
Aylesbury High School is in Aylesbury, HP21 7SX, in the Buckinghamshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Aylesbury High School have a sixth form?
Yes, Aylesbury High School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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