The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2014).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 74.0 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014
- The school is at capacity (109% full)
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
74.0
30.2 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
97%
54.9pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
94%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
A-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.34
Band 2Source: 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
97%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
1%
Based on 179 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 9 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
10% 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 93 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,326
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 2.1%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Buckinghamshire
- Trust
- RED KITE SCHOOLS TRUST
- Head
- Miss Annmarie McNaney (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
White Hill, Chesham, Buckinghamshire, HP5 1BA
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmHeritage House School
Special school · 388m away
Newtown School
Primary · 743m away
Brushwood Junior School
Primary · 855m away
Elmtree Infant and Nursery School
Primary · 1.2km away
Thomas Harding Junior School
Primary · 1.3km away
Waterside Primary Academy
Primary · 1.5km away
Chiltern Hills Academy
Secondary · 1.5km away
Ivingswood Academy
Primary · 1.7km away
Questions parents ask
Is Chesham Grammar School a selective school?
Yes. Chesham 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 Chesham Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Chesham Grammar School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in March 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Chesham Grammar School?
Chesham Grammar School currently has 1,326 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Chesham Grammar School take?
Chesham Grammar School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Chesham Grammar School?
Chesham Grammar School is in Chesham, HP5 1BA, in the Buckinghamshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Chesham Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, Chesham Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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