Elmhurst School
99%
Capacity
483
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Elmhurst School
Elmhurst School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 483 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 488 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Elmhurst School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Lee and Miss Kirsty Needham, it falls under Buckinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9583rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 102nd out of 137 in Buckinghamshire.
Elmhurst School is a popular choice with families — it received 86 applications for 49 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
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 Elmhurst School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Cross Country, Football, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Film Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, Elmhurst 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Dunsham Lane, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 2DB |
| Headteacher | Rachel Lee and Miss Kirsty Needham |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 483 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.6% |
| School Capacity | 483 / 488 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9583rd of 13,686
Nationally
1422nd of 2,034
In South East
102nd of 137
In Buckinghamshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
54%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed49
86
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dunsham Lane, Aylesbury
Buckinghamshire, HP20 2DB
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