Waterside Primary Academy
82%
Capacity
199
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Waterside Primary Academy
Waterside Primary Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 199 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 242 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Waterside Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jacqui Blackmore, it falls under Buckinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3757th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 137 in Buckinghamshire.
Waterside Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 28 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
Waterside Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 54% recommending the school (59 responses).
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 Waterside Primary Academy include Dining Hall, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cross Country, Netball, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, Waterside Primary 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 | Blackhorse Avenue, Waterside Primary Academy, Black Horse Avenue, Chesham, Buckinghamshire, HP5 1QU |
| Headteacher | Jacqui Blackmore |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 199 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.7% |
| School Capacity | 199 / 242 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3757th of 13,686
Nationally
512th of 2,034
In South East
46th of 137
In Buckinghamshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
71%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
59 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
51
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Waterside Primary Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Blackhorse Avenue, Waterside Primary Academy, Black Horse Avenue, Chesham
Buckinghamshire, HP5 1QU
Blackhorse Avenue, Waterside Primary Academy, Black Horse Avenue, Chesham
Buckinghamshire, HP5 1QU
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