Royal Latin School
URN: 137344 • Buckingham MK18 1AX
Overview
- Name
- Royal Latin School
- URN
- 137344
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- THE ROYAL LATIN SCHOOL
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ian Chislett (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01280813065
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Chandos Road, Buckingham MK18 1AX
Summary
Royal Latin School, located in Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a rich history dating back to 1423. With a current enrolment of 1,322 students, the school aims to create a supportive environment where every student can achieve their academic and personal potential. The school’s ethos revolves around fostering happiness and a sense of belonging, underpinned by its motto, "High Expectations For All."
The curriculum at Royal Latin School is broad and balanced, offering over 23 A-level subjects and a diverse range of GCSE options. In addition to the formal curriculum, students can engage in Electives and a variety of extracurricular activities, including educational trips and leadership opportunities, which contribute to their overall development. The school emphasizes the importance of Latin values such as integrity, resilience, respect, courage, and compassion.
Community is central to the Royal Latin experience, with a House system that encourages collaboration and healthy competition among students. This system not only enhances school spirit but also promotes personal growth and well-being, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future endeavours.
The curriculum at Royal Latin School is broad and balanced, offering over 23 A-level subjects and a diverse range of GCSE options. In addition to the formal curriculum, students can engage in Electives and a variety of extracurricular activities, including educational trips and leadership opportunities, which contribute to their overall development. The school emphasizes the importance of Latin values such as integrity, resilience, respect, courage, and compassion.
Community is central to the Royal Latin experience, with a House system that encourages collaboration and healthy competition among students. This system not only enhances school spirit but also promotes personal growth and well-being, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future endeavours.
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- Calendar (calendar)
- Events (calendar)
- 600th Anniversary Events Gallery (calendar)
- View All News (calendar)
- Sixth Form Open Evening 13th November 2025 (5.00p.m. - 7.30p.m.)Non RLS students are warmly invited to attend a talk in the Main Hall at 5.30 p.m. or 6.15 p.m. Seats will be available on a first come, first served basis. You are then welcome to tour the s (download)
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Nearby alternatives
- Royal Latin School (70.2)
- Buckingham School (62.4)
- Winslow County Secondary School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Buckinghamshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE ROYAL LATIN SCHOOL
- Capacity
- 1189
- Pupils
- 1322
- Boys
- 675
- Girls
- 647
- FSM %
- 4.70
- Open date
- 2011-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Buckinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1322 | 675 | 647 | 1189 | 4.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1312 | 688 | 624 | 1189 | 4.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1292 | 661 | 631 | 1189 | 3.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1292 | 661 | 631 | 1189 | 3.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1285 | 626 | 659 | 1189 | 3.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1290 | 629 | 661 | 1189 | 2.20 |
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