Widmer End Community Combined School
80%
Capacity
192
Pupils
4.3x
Demand
About Widmer End Community Combined School
Widmer End Community Combined School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 192 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 239 places).
Ofsted has rated Widmer End Community Combined School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gemma Hillier, it falls under Buckinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8004th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 91st out of 137 in Buckinghamshire.
Widmer End Community Combined School is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 20 places, making it 4.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Widmer End Community Combined School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Netball, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Gardening, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, Widmer End Community 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Estcourt Drive, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP15 6AH |
| Headteacher | Gemma Hillier |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 192 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.9% |
| School Capacity | 192 / 239 (80% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8004th of 13,686
Nationally
1174th of 2,034
In South East
91st of 137
In Buckinghamshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
30%
'23/24
59%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed20
87
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Estcourt Drive, High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire, HP15 6AH
Journey to School
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