Holmer Green Senior School

URN: 138058 • High Wycombe HP15 6SP

Overview

Name
Holmer Green Senior School
URN
138058
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
HOLMER GREEN SENIOR SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
67.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Edward Hillyard (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01494712219
Website
Visit
Address
Parish Piece, High Wycombe HP15 6SP

Summary

Holmer Green Senior School (HGSS) is a mixed, non-selective academy for students aged 11 to 18, located in Holmer Green Village, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. With a current enrolment of 1,240 pupils, the school operates above its capacity of 878. HGSS is committed to fostering excellence in education, aiming to help students become the best versions of themselves through a supportive and nurturing environment.

The school boasts strong academic results, with 77% of students achieving grades 4+ in English and Maths and 58% achieving grades 5+, both significantly above national averages. The Sixth Form is noted for its high performance, with an average A Level grade of 'B' and successful student placements in prestigious universities and apprenticeships. The curriculum is designed to encourage curiosity and excellence, complemented by a range of enrichment activities.

HGSS values strong partnerships with parents and the community, emphasizing individual attention for each student. The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its motto: "Work Hard, Be Kind, Have Passion," which underpins its commitment to character development alongside academic success.

Key details

LA
Buckinghamshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
HOLMER GREEN SENIOR SCHOOL
Capacity
878
Pupils
1240
Boys
650
Girls
590
FSM %
10.80
Open date
2012-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-12-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Buckinghamshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1240 650 590 878 10.80
2024-09-11 1218 626 592 878 10.70
2023-09-11 1087 572 515 878 9.90
2022-09-11 1087 572 515 878 9.90
2021-09-11 1006 541 465 878 7.80
2020-09-11 949 518 431 878 6.70

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