Curzon Church of England Combined School
97%
Capacity
159
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Curzon Church of England Combined School
Curzon Church of England Combined School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 159 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 164 places).
Ofsted has rated Curzon Church of England Combined School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julia Payne, it falls under Buckinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% 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 3234th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 137 in Buckinghamshire.
Curzon Church of England Combined School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 19 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
Curzon Church of England Combined School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (65 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Curzon Church of England Combined School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Dance, Rounders, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, Curzon Church of England Combined 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Penn Street Village, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP7 0QL |
| Headteacher | Julia Payne |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 159 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.3% |
| School Capacity | 159 / 164 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 18 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3234th of 13,686
Nationally
434th of 2,034
In South East
35th of 137
In Buckinghamshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
73%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
65 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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
59
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Curzon Church of England Combined School
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Contact Information
Penn Street Village, Amersham
Buckinghamshire, HP7 0QL
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