Great Missenden CofE Combined School
92%
Capacity
413
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Great Missenden CofE Combined School
Great Missenden CofE Combined School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 413 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Great Missenden CofE Combined School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Johnny Magee, it falls under Buckinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4403rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 51st out of 137 in Buckinghamshire.
Great Missenden CofE Combined School is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 30 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
Great Missenden CofE Combined School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Great Missenden CofE Combined School include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Cricket, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, Great Missenden CofE 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Street, Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire, HP16 0AZ |
| Headteacher | Johnny Magee |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 413 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.9% |
| School Capacity | 413 / 450 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4403rd of 13,686
Nationally
612th of 2,034
In South East
51st of 137
In Buckinghamshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
70%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed30
74
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Church Street, Great Missenden
Buckinghamshire, HP16 0AZ
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