The short version
Above-average SATs results. 85% capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2014).
- SATs results are above the national average, with 71% meeting the expected standard (national: 62%)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
71%
+9.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
13%
+5.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
108
+2.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
109
+4.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
111
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 7 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, 20 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 7 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 48 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 358
- Capacity
- 85%
- FSM
- 17.6%
Governance
- Local authority
- Buckinghamshire
- Head
- Mrs Sam Brewer (Co-Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
6 official reports linked on this page, including 5 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Foscott Way, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, MK18 1TT
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmMaids Moreton Church of England School
Primary · 586m away
Bourton Meadow Academy
Primary · 1.2km away
George Grenville Academy
Primary · 1.2km away
Buckingham School
Secondary · 1.3km away
Royal Latin School
Secondary · 1.4km away
St James and St John CofE Primary School
Primary · 1.9km away
Lace Hill Academy
Primary · 2.1km away
Questions parents ask
What is Buckingham Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Buckingham Primary School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in February 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Buckingham Primary School?
Buckingham Primary School currently has 358 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Buckingham Primary School take?
Buckingham Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Buckingham Primary School?
Buckingham Primary School is in Buckingham, MK18 1TT, in the Buckinghamshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Buckingham Primary School have a sixth form?
No, Buckingham Primary School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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