Sir William Borlase's Grammar School
URN: 136781 • Marlow SL7 2BR
Overview
- Name
- Sir William Borlase's Grammar School
- URN
- 136781
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- MARLOW EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 74.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ed Goodall (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01628816500
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- West Street, Marlow SL7 2BR
Summary
Sir William Borlase's Grammar School, located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,205 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 1,085. Established in 1624 by Sir William Borlase, the school has a rich history of providing quality education to students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. The school's motto, "Te Digna Sequere" (Follow things Worthy), reflects its commitment to fostering a supportive community where students are encouraged to develop their talents and moral values.
The school aims to create an inspirational learning environment that empowers students to achieve their aspirations. It offers a robust curriculum alongside extracurricular activities, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award, which many students participate in annually. Additionally, over a hundred sixth formers engage in local primary school support, reinforcing the school's dedication to community involvement.
Sir William Borlase's Grammar School prides itself on its long-standing tradition of academic excellence and its ability to adapt to contemporary educational challenges, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their futures. The school continues to thrive through the support of governors, parents, and the local community.
The school aims to create an inspirational learning environment that empowers students to achieve their aspirations. It offers a robust curriculum alongside extracurricular activities, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award, which many students participate in annually. Additionally, over a hundred sixth formers engage in local primary school support, reinforcing the school's dedication to community involvement.
Sir William Borlase's Grammar School prides itself on its long-standing tradition of academic excellence and its ability to adapt to contemporary educational challenges, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their futures. The school continues to thrive through the support of governors, parents, and the local community.
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Nearby alternatives
- Great Marlow School (59.8)
- Great Marlow School (45.2)
- Sir William Borlase's Grammar School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Buckinghamshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- MARLOW EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1085
- Pupils
- 1205
- Boys
- 595
- Girls
- 610
- FSM %
- 2.70
- Open date
- 2011-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-02
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Buckinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1205 | 595 | 610 | 1085 | 2.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1191 | 585 | 606 | 1085 | 3.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1164 | 567 | 597 | 1085 | 2.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1164 | 567 | 597 | 1085 | 2.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1154 | 560 | 594 | 907 | 2.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1092 | 523 | 569 | 907 | 2.70 |
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