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Wycombe High School
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Outstanding
| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: At WHS, pupils achieve academic excellence
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils display excellent self-control
Qualifications and Training: Teachers are experts in their subjects
Strengths and Challenges: Staff focus relentlessly on high expectations
Opportunities for Involvement: Pupils often lead in establishing new clubs
Communication: High level of trust between staff and pupils
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders are focused on achieving the best for pupils
Actions for Quality Improvement: Effective actions to bring about improvement
Managing Bullying and Safety: Positive schoolwide culture where pupils feel safe
Promoting Welfare and Safety: High level of attendance and support for students
Extracurricular Offerings: Exceptional enrichment offer with varied opportunities
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils make good use of diverse opportunities
Career Counselling Services: High-quality information about universities, careers and apprenticeships
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth form values hard work and personal development
Managing and Supporting SEND: Needs of SEND pupils identified accurately and met successfully
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Wycombe High School is a top rated, Secondary, Girls school located in Buckinghamshire County, South East.
It has 1322 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 97% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
98.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We have a long tradition of offering girls at Wycombe High School a top-notch education.
We are deeply committed to single-sex education and the exceptional advantages it offers our kids.
Along with offering top-notch facilities, a wide range of possibilities inside and outside the classroom, and great teaching, care, and supervision, we are proud of what we have to offer.
The school's excellent pastoral care is one of its key strengths.
All kids flourish at the school because it offers a secure and tranquil environment for studying.
The curriculum has been created to encourage a love of learning while simultaneously fostering the highest academic standards.
Our students consistently achieve at the highest levels, and we continue to rank among the nation's top state schools.
We are very dedicated to the artistic and performing arts as well as sport.
We provide a wide variety of educational trips both within the UK and internationally.
In conclusion, every one of our graduates leaves us with a strong foundation in academics, a broad understanding of culture and the world, and the qualities of a good friend, a good neighbour, and a good citizen.
Come see for yourself why we are so proud of our school and children by paying us a visit. We would be happy to welcome you.
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We are deeply committed to single-sex education and the exceptional advantages it offers our kids.
Along with offering top-notch facilities, a wide range of possibilities inside and outside the classroom, and great teaching, care, and supervision, we are proud of what we have to offer.
The school's excellent pastoral care is one of its key strengths.
All kids flourish at the school because it offers a secure and tranquil environment for studying.
The curriculum has been created to encourage a love of learning while simultaneously fostering the highest academic standards.
Our students consistently achieve at the highest levels, and we continue to rank among the nation's top state schools.
We are very dedicated to the artistic and performing arts as well as sport.
We provide a wide variety of educational trips both within the UK and internationally.
In conclusion, every one of our graduates leaves us with a strong foundation in academics, a broad understanding of culture and the world, and the qualities of a good friend, a good neighbour, and a good citizen.
Come see for yourself why we are so proud of our school and children by paying us a visit. We would be happy to welcome you.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 吃瓜天堂 grade |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | - |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Girls | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.3 | 15.1 | 6.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 97% | 48% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 34.00% | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.80 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 74.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 97% | 39.38% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% | 49.24% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 98% | 27.45% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 75% | 17.43% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 85% | 21.36% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 7.16 | 3.29 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 98% | 93.49% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 189 | 138 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 89.41% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 1% | 19.37% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 90% | 52.29% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 2.83% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 14.95% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.41% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.8% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.88 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 79.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% | 40.63% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 50.25% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 96% | 27.35% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 84% | 19.77% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 89% | 22.77% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 7.69 | 3.38 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 91.48% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 187 | 135 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 89.28% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 2% | 20.03% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 90% | 54.28% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 2.58% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 12.58% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.13% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.18% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.81 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 76.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 98% 2 | 41.61% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% 1 | 52.44% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 85% | 31.39% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 77% 49 | 20.28% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 80% 49 | 25% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 7.36 | 3.49 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 94.18% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 185 | 126 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 89.89% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 1% | 20.55% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 86% | 51.37% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 2.82% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 15.16% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.55% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.76% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.76 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 72.7 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 96% 1 | 44.06% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% | 54.9% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 34% | 27.65% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 28% 46 | 18.92% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 31% 43 | 23.41% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.33 | 3.53 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 98% | 90.71% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 187 | 133 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 75.14% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 2% | 16.06% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 91% | 53.31% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 2.54% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 11.91% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.17% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.43% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.77 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 72.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 95% | 42.58% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% | 53.29% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 84% | 33.54% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 74% | 25.17% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 74% | 26.33% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 88.46% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 181 | 134 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 50.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 17.14% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 96% | 54.43% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 10.71% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.57% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.91% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 43.64 | 31.31 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 43.78 | 30.88 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 34.00% | 17.45% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 180 | 131 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 80% | 58.06% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 4.73% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 22.18% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 2% | 7.88% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 47.24 | 35.78 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | A- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 47.07 | 35.49 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 36.6% | 23.18% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 177 | 141 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 74% | 58.33% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 4.36% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 22.03% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 8.64% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 41.62 4 | 30.43 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 41.07 4 | 30.08 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 31.1% | 15.99% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 206 | 133 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 83% | 62.5% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 5.4% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 22% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 2% | 7.03% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 37.91 4 | 32.69 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.86 4 | 32.71 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 19.3% | 17.62% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 16.36% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.39% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 13.14% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.93% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 41.01 | 29.77 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 41.77 | 30.55 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 31.0% | 17.04% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 32 | 23.66% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.41% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 22.83% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 2.69% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Wycombe High School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
