The short version
Above-average GCSE results. 76% capacity. Boys only.
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 55.4 vs national 43.8)
- This is a boys-only school
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
55.4
11.6 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
67%
24.9pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
10%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
36% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 3–18
- Intake
- Boys
Numbers
- Pupils
- 281
- Capacity
- 76%
Governance
- Local authority
- Buckinghamshire
- Head
- Mr Jacob Burnett (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Oval Way, Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, SL9 8QA
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSt Mary's School
Independent · 367m away
Gayhurst School
Independent · 643m away
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Primary · 751m away
Maltman's Green School
Independent · 754m away
Chalfont St Peter CofE Academy
Primary · 1.5km away
The Chalfonts Community College
Secondary · 1.9km away
Chalfont St Peter Infant School
Primary · 1.9km away
Robertswood School
Primary · 2.1km away
Questions parents ask
How many pupils attend Thorpe House School?
Thorpe House School currently has 281 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Thorpe House School take?
Thorpe House School caters for pupils aged 3 to 18.
Where is Thorpe House School?
Thorpe House School is in Gerrards Cross, SL9 8QA, in the Buckinghamshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Thorpe House School have a sixth form?
Yes, Thorpe House School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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