Wycombe Abbey

URN: 110547 • High Wycombe HP11 1PE

Overview

Name
Wycombe Abbey
URN
110547
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
Anglican
Admissions
Selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
47.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
J Duncan (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01494520381
Website
Visit
Address
Frances Dove Way, High Wycombe HP11 1PE

Summary

Wycombe Abbey is an independent girls' school located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, with a current enrolment of 644 pupils and a capacity of 680. The school is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, empathy, and integrity, fostering a nurturing environment where students can thrive both academically and personally.

The curriculum at Wycombe Abbey is designed to provide a strong academic foundation, particularly in the Sixth Form, where students typically study four A-level subjects in Lower Sixth and continue with three or four in Upper Sixth. The school also offers a robust enrichment programme, encouraging independent study and personal development, alongside opportunities for co-curricular involvement.

Community is central to the Wycombe Abbey experience, with a close-knit boarding environment that promotes lasting friendships and personal growth. The school places a strong emphasis on understanding each pupil as an individual, ensuring they are well-prepared for university and future challenges. With dedicated support systems in place, pupils are encouraged to embrace academic challenges and develop essential skills for their future.

Key details

LA
Buckinghamshire
Age range
10 - 19
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
680
Pupils
644
Boys
0
Girls
644
FSM %
Open date
1896-09-26
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Buckinghamshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 644 0 644 680
2024-09-11 645 0 645 680
2023-09-11 656 0 656 680 0.00
2022-09-11 656 0 656 680 0.00
2021-09-11 646 0 646 680 0.00
2020-09-11 636 0 636 650 0.00

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