Bledlow Ridge School
96%
Capacity
181
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Bledlow Ridge School
Bledlow Ridge School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 181 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 189 places).
Ofsted has rated Bledlow Ridge School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Natasha Harrison, it falls under Buckinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3072nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 137 in Buckinghamshire.
Bledlow Ridge School is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 27 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bledlow Ridge School include Library, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Cricket, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Gardening, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, Bledlow Ridge School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Church Lane, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP14 4AZ |
| Headteacher | Natasha Harrison |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 181 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.4% |
| School Capacity | 181 / 189 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
3072nd of 13,686
Nationally
406th of 2,034
In South East
31st of 137
In Buckinghamshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
74%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
78
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Church Lane, High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire, HP14 4AZ
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