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Naphill and Walters Ash School

Naphill and Walters Ash School

Buckinghamshire, HP14 4ULPrimary School·Ages 4-11
Goodby Ofsted

65%

Capacity

274

Pupils

1.6x

Demand

About Naphill and Walters Ash School

Naphill and Walters Ash School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 274 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Naphill and Walters Ash School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kerenza Gwynn, it falls under Buckinghamshire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2855th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 137 in Buckinghamshire.

Naphill and Walters Ash School is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 30 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.

Naphill and Walters Ash School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.7/5 from 11 parents).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Naphill and Walters Ash School include Art Studios, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Gardening.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, Naphill and Walters Ash 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressKilnwood, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP14 4UL
HeadteacherKerenza Gwynn
Local AuthorityBuckinghamshire
Number of Pupils274
Free School Meals (FSM)8.0%
School Capacity274 / 420 (65% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

10 May 2023
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Unchanged
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 25 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)

2855th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 25%

377th of 2,034

In South East

Top 25%

28th of 137

In Buckinghamshire

Top 25%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

75%

Expected Standard

9%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 108
Expected:91%
Higher:36%
Writing
Expected:84%
Higher:11%
MathsAvg Score: 106
Expected:78%
Higher:38%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +23%

'22/23

52%

'23/24

75%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguagePhysicalLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

6
Art StudiosSports HallPlaying FieldsSensory RoomMusic RoomsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

NetballFootballCricketSwimmingTennisAthleticsRounders

Clubs & Activities

Eco ClubScience ClubGardening

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

30

Applications

49

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio1.6x
0x1x2x3x5x+

30 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Naphill and Walters Ash School

Naphill and Walters Ash School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01494562813www.naphillandwaltersashschool.co.uk

Kilnwood, High Wycombe

Buckinghamshire, HP14 4UL

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Kilnwood, High Wycombe

Buckinghamshire, HP14 4UL

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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