Beaconsfield High School
115%
Capacity
1,269
Pupils
4.1x
Demand
About Beaconsfield High School
Beaconsfield High School is a girls’ secondary school in Buckinghamshire that is significantly oversubscribed, reflecting its strong local reputation. For the 2025/26 intake, the school received 753 applications for 185 places, an oversubscription ratio of 4.07, with 272 of those applications listing it as a first preference. The school currently has 1,269 pupils on roll, well above its official capacity of 1,100, which suggests it is operating at high demand. Just 2.7% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, a figure notably lower than the national average, indicating a relatively affluent intake. The school is selective in practice, as Buckinghamshire operates a grammar school system, and Beaconsfield High School is one of 12 schools in the local authority rated Outstanding by Ofsted. It is ranked 4th out of 34 secondary schools in Buckinghamshire based on Progress 8 scores, placing it in the top tier locally.
Academically, Beaconsfield High School delivers results that place it among the strongest schools in the region. Its Progress 8 score of 0.95 is well above the Buckinghamshire local authority average of 0.25, and nationally it ranks in the top 4% of schools. Attainment 8 stands at 76.5, and every pupil achieved a grade 4 or above in English and maths, with 97.8% achieving grade 5 or above. The EBacc average point score is 7.02, and 67.8% of pupils entered the EBacc combination of subjects. At A-level, the school’s average points per entry is 43.31, equivalent to a B+ grade, and 36.9% of entries were graded AAB or higher. The sixth form value-added score is 0.09, rated as average, meaning students make progress in line with expectations given their prior attainment. In its most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was judged Outstanding across all categories, including behaviour, personal development, and leadership.
The school offers a wide range of facilities, including a sixth form centre, swimming pool, tennis courts, sports hall, and science labs. Pupils can choose from clubs such as Debate, Model UN, Orchestra, and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, as well as sports including rowing, hockey, and gymnastics. SEND provisions cover a broad spectrum, including support for dyslexia, autism, hearing and visual impairments, and social, emotional and mental health needs. Parent feedback is overwhelmingly positive: 89% would recommend the school, and 91% of respondents strongly agreed or agreed that their child is happy. Beaconsfield High School is best suited to academically selective, high-achieving girls whose families are comfortable with a grammar school environment and the associated expectations. The oversubscription means early and careful preparation for the 11-plus is essential for prospective applicants.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Girls |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Wattleton Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1RR |
| Headteacher | Christina Bond |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 1,269 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.7% |
| School Capacity | 1,269 / 1,100 (115% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (4 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jan 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.95)
101st of 3,141
Nationally
11th of 461
In South East
4th of 34
In Buckinghamshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
47.7
'22/23
45.0
'23/24
43.3
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
Where GCSE leavers go
2022/2389%
of GCSE leavers stay on for sixth form at this school (cohort: 189 pupils).
- School sixth form (stay)89%
- Sixth form college1%
- FE college1%
- Not sustained1%
98% of leavers had a sustained destination 6 months on.
Source: DfE Compare School & College Performance, KS4 pupil destinations 2022/23 (revised). Only state-funded schools are required to report.
Where school leavers go
2022/2378%
of A-level / Level 3 leavers go to higher education (cohort: 155 pupils).
Top-tier university progression
54%
Russell Group
61%
Top-third HE
6%
Oxford / Cambridge
Percentages of the whole cohort (not just HE-goers). Russell Group = 24 elite research universities. Top-third HE = top by mean UCAS tariff.
- University (HE)78%
- Employment11%
- Not sustained4%
- Apprenticeship3%
- Further education1%
- Other education1%
Sources: DfE 16-18 destination measures (broad bucket); DfE KS5 student destinations file (Russell Group / top-third HE / Oxbridge). Level 3 cohort. “Sustained” means the pupil was in education, apprenticeship or employment for 6 months in the year following completion.
Sixth form A-level subjects
2022/23- Mathematics79
- Psychology69
- Chemistry66
- Biology62
- English Literature43
- History40
- Physics24
- Sociology21
- Government and Politics19
- Business Studies:Single16
- Economics16
- Geography16
Subjects with at least 3 entries in 2022/23. Number shown next to each subject is the number of pupils who sat that A-level exam — a rough indicator of subject popularity at this school. Source: DfE Compare School & College Performance.
Ofsted Parent View
251 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
20Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed185
753
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
272 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Class profile
2024/25Better than half of schools in England.
Better than 75% of schools in England.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Lower-disadvantage intake compared to the national average (25%).
Above the national median (10%) — a meaningful share speak English as an additional language.
Ethnic background
- White British42.3%
- Asian40.3%
- Mixed8.4%
- White (other)4.6%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Attendance & Behaviour
2024/25Half of schools in England do better than this.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
Better than half of schools in England.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Like most schools in England, no pupils were permanently excluded this year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
⚠ This school is oversubscribed — without published cutoff data we can't show how far places reach. Check your council's admissions page.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
4
Total schools
4
Oversubscribed
2
Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
Frequently Asked Questions About Beaconsfield High School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Wattleton Road, Beaconsfield
Buckinghamshire, HP9 1RR
Journey to School
Journey times are estimates based on current conditions. Actual times may vary.
Opening Hours
Parent Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience at Beaconsfield High School!
Write a Review