Gateway School
URN: 110556 • Great Missenden HP16 9AA
Overview
- Name
- Gateway School
- URN
- 110556
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 35.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jonathan Coke (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01494862407
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 1 High Street, Great Missenden HP16 9AA
Summary
Gateway School is an independent co-educational prep school located in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire, catering to children aged two to eleven. With a current enrolment of 261 pupils and a capacity of 360, the school prides itself on delivering a well-rounded education that emphasizes both academic excellence and personal development. The school has received an 'excellent' rating from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) across all areas.
The curriculum at Gateway School is designed to foster confidence and competence in students, preparing them for future challenges. The school encourages strong partnerships between parents and staff, ensuring that each child's unique needs are met. Pupils typically sit for the Buckinghamshire Grammar School transfer test and gain admission to their preferred senior schools, reflecting the school's commitment to academic success.
Community involvement is a key aspect of the Gateway School ethos, with initiatives aimed at strengthening the connection between home and school. This supportive environment not only enriches the educational experience but also promotes character development and a sense of belonging among pupils and families alike.
The curriculum at Gateway School is designed to foster confidence and competence in students, preparing them for future challenges. The school encourages strong partnerships between parents and staff, ensuring that each child's unique needs are met. Pupils typically sit for the Buckinghamshire Grammar School transfer test and gain admission to their preferred senior schools, reflecting the school's commitment to academic success.
Community involvement is a key aspect of the Gateway School ethos, with initiatives aimed at strengthening the connection between home and school. This supportive environment not only enriches the educational experience but also promotes character development and a sense of belonging among pupils and families alike.
Useful links
- Directions (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Open Events (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Policies and Procedures (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Terms and Conditions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Chiltern Way Federation (45.2)
- Missenden Abbey Adult Education College (45.2)
- Hampden Manor (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Buckinghamshire
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 360
- Pupils
- 261
- Boys
- 135
- Girls
- 126
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1957-11-05
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Buckinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 261 | 135 | 126 | 360 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 253 | 132 | 121 | 360 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 275 | 154 | 121 | 360 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 275 | 154 | 121 | 360 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 273 | 155 | 118 | 360 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 284 | 163 | 121 | 360 | 0.00 |
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.
Add a review
Please sign in to post a review.
Go to login
Are you the school owner?
Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.