The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2019).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 73.9 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2019
- This is a boys-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
73.9
30.1 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
98%
55.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
95%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
A-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.18
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 203 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 10 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
12% 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 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 103 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Boys
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,409
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 5.2%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Buckinghamshire
- Trust
- ROYAL GRAMMAR SCHOOL HIGH WYCOMBE
- Head
- Mr Philip Wayne (Headmaster)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Amersham Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP13 6QT
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmGodstowe Preparatory School
Independent · 816m away
Highworth Combined School and Nursery
Primary · 878m away
Aspire
Academy · 913m away
Hannah Ball Academy
Primary · 1.3km away
Hamilton Academy
Primary · 1.3km away
Kings Wood School and Nursery
Primary · 1.4km away
The Highcrest Academy
Secondary · 1.6km away
The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School
Independent · 1.6km away
Questions parents ask
Is The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe a selective school?
Yes. The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe 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 The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe's Ofsted rating?
The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe was rated Good at its most recent inspection in February 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe?
The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe currently has 1,409 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe take?
The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe?
The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe is in High Wycombe, HP13 6QT, in the Buckinghamshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe have a sixth form?
Yes, The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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