The short version
Above-average SATs results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2014).
- SATs results are above the national average, with 86% meeting the expected standard (national: 62%)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2014
- The school is at capacity (117% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
86%
+24.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
17%
+9.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
109
+3.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
108
+3.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
106
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 12 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
17% 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 9 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 49 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 3–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 457
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 26.4%
Governance
- Local authority
- Buckinghamshire
- Head
- Mrs Clare Pankhania (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
- Nursery
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
7 official reports linked on this page, including 6 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Short inspection
September 2018 | Short Inspection
Full inspection: Good
November 2014 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
October 2010 | Full Inspection
Curriculum and development visit
October 2009 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Good
February 2008 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
May 2004 | Full Inspection
Location
Highworth Close, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP13 7PH
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmThe Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe
Secondary · 878m away
Kings Wood School and Nursery
Primary · 937m away
Hazlemere Church of England Combined School
Primary · 1.1km away
Sir William Ramsay School
Secondary · 1.1km away
Hannah Ball Academy
Primary · 1.3km away
The Highcrest Academy
Secondary · 1.4km away
Godstowe Preparatory School
Independent · 1.5km away
Aspire
Academy · 1.5km away
Questions parents ask
What is Highworth Combined School and Nursery's Ofsted rating?
Highworth Combined School and Nursery was rated Good at its most recent inspection in February 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Highworth Combined School and Nursery?
Highworth Combined School and Nursery currently has 457 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Highworth Combined School and Nursery take?
Highworth Combined School and Nursery caters for pupils aged 3 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Highworth Combined School and Nursery?
Highworth Combined School and Nursery is in High Wycombe, HP13 7PH, in the Buckinghamshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Highworth Combined School and Nursery have a sixth form?
No, Highworth Combined School and Nursery does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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