West Wycombe School
80%
Capacity
168
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About West Wycombe School
West Wycombe School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 168 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated West Wycombe School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Lee, it falls under Buckinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% 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 2436th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 137 in Buckinghamshire.
West Wycombe School is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 25 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at West Wycombe School include Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Cross Country, Dance, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Choir, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, West Wycombe 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Church Lane, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP14 3AH |
| Headteacher | Rachel Lee |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 168 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.8% |
| School Capacity | 168 / 210 (80% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2436th of 13,686
Nationally
334th of 2,034
In South East
26th of 137
In Buckinghamshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
76%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
53
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 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.
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Contact Information
Church Lane, High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire, HP14 3AH
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