The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2024).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 72.4 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024
- The school is at capacity (111% 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
72.4
28.6 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
97%
54.9pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
81%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.08
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
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
1%
Based on 140 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
1% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 20 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 13 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
- 1,205
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 2.7%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Buckinghamshire
- Trust
- MARLOW EDUCATION TRUST
- Head
- Mr Ed Goodall (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
West Street, Marlow, Buckinghamshire, SL7 2BR
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSt Peter's Catholic Primary School
Primary · 572m away
Spinfield School
Primary · 673m away
Holy Trinity Church of England (Aided) School
Primary · 676m away
Marlow Church of England Infant School
Primary · 981m away
Bisham Church of England Academy
Primary · 1.0km away
Foxes Piece School
Primary · 1.1km away
Great Marlow School
Secondary · 1.6km away
Burford School
Primary · 2.0km away
Questions parents ask
Is Sir William Borlase's Grammar School a selective school?
Yes. Sir William Borlase's 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 Sir William Borlase's Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Sir William Borlase's Grammar School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in May 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Sir William Borlase's Grammar School?
Sir William Borlase's Grammar School currently has 1,205 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Sir William Borlase's Grammar School take?
Sir William Borlase's Grammar School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Sir William Borlase's Grammar School?
Sir William Borlase's Grammar School is in Marlow, SL7 2BR, in the Buckinghamshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Sir William Borlase's Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, Sir William Borlase's Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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