Denbigh School
About Denbigh School
Denbigh School sits within the Milton Keynes local authority, a secondary landscape that includes 16 schools of the same type. Among these, it ranks behind St Paul's Catholic School, Oakgrove School, and The Hazeley Academy, which are the top-performing peers in the area according to local ranking scores. The school is a mixed, non-denominational state secondary for pupils aged 11 to 19, led by headteacher Anthony Steed. With 1,784 pupils on roll, it is a large school by any measure. Its most recent Ofsted inspection rated it Good, a solid outcome in a local authority where only three schools hold the top Outstanding grade. The nearest Outstanding-rated school is Watling Academy, about 2.5 kilometres away. For families considering Denbigh, it offers a reliable, well-regarded option within Milton Keynes, though it does not carry the highest available rating in the area.
Key Details
Facilities
11Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
14Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
School day
Teaching hours
08:30 – 15:00
Source: denbigh.net. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.
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