Wycombe High School

URN: 136723 • High Wycombe HP11 1TB

Overview

Name
Wycombe High School
URN
136723
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
WYCOMBE HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
75.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nicola Renyard (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01494523961
Website
Visit
Address
Marlow Road, High Wycombe HP11 1TB

Summary

Wycombe High School, located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, is a secondary academy converter for girls, accommodating 1,361 pupils with a capacity of 1,265. The school prides itself on providing a high-quality education that blends traditional values with a forward-thinking approach. Its ethos is built on four core values: Infectious Joy, Limitless Ambition, Insatiable Curiosity, and Generous Spirit, fostering a supportive environment where students can thrive academically and socially.

The curriculum is designed to evolve continuously, ensuring that students receive a relevant and engaging education. Wycombe High School emphasizes the importance of single-sex education, believing it offers unique advantages for girls. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students, providing excellent teaching and guidance alongside a variety of extracurricular opportunities.

Recognized for its academic excellence, Wycombe High School encourages pupils to contribute actively to school life. The school community is vibrant and supportive, with initiatives aimed at broadening students' horizons and preparing them for future challenges. For more information, visit their website at [Wycombe High School](http://www.whs.bucks.sch.uk/).

Key details

LA
Buckinghamshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
WYCOMBE HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1265
Pupils
1361
Boys
0
Girls
1361
FSM %
7.90
Open date
2011-05-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Buckinghamshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1361 0 1361 1265 7.90
2024-09-11 1322 0 1322 1265 5.30
2023-09-11 1319 0 1319 1265 3.00
2022-09-11 1319 0 1319 1265 3.00
2021-09-11 1303 0 1303 1265 2.70
2020-09-11 1308 0 1308 1265 2.30

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