Hamilton Academy
104%
Capacity
656
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Hamilton Academy
Hamilton Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 656 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 628 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hamilton Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stephen Nunn, it falls under Buckinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7777th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 84th out of 137 in Buckinghamshire.
Hamilton Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 154 applications for 70 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 64 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hamilton Academy include Library, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Forest School.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Cricket, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, Hamilton Academy 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Priory Avenue, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP13 6SG |
| Headteacher | Stephen Nunn |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 656 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.3% |
| School Capacity | 656 / 628 (104% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Nov 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7777th of 13,686
Nationally
1117th of 2,034
In South East
84th of 137
In Buckinghamshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
60%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed70
154
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
64 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hamilton Academy
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Contact Information
Priory Avenue, High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire, HP13 6SG
Journey to School
Journey times are estimates based on current conditions. Actual times may vary.
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