Desborough School

URN: 138856 • Maidenhead SL6 2QB

Overview

Name
Desborough School
URN
138856
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Boys
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Aj Linnell (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Shoppenhangers Road, Maidenhead SL6 2QB

Summary

Desborough School is a boys' secondary academy located in Maidenhead, part of the Windsor and Maidenhead local authority. With a capacity of 1,121 students, the school is committed to fostering both academic achievement and personal development. The ethos of Desborough is built around core values of courage, kindness, respect, and leadership, aiming to prepare students to become ethical future leaders.

The school offers a broad curriculum that has been recently enhanced, alongside a reshaped pastoral programme designed to support students' academic success and personal growth. Desborough School is a member of the Pioneer Educational Trust, which provides valuable resources and collaborative opportunities that enrich the educational experience for both students and staff.

In May 2024, Desborough received a ‘Good’ rating from Ofsted, reflecting the quality of its educational provision. The school encourages community involvement and offers various extracurricular activities, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award, to promote character development and teamwork among students.

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Key details

LA
Windsor and Maidenhead
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1121
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
2012-10-01
Close date
2012-10-21
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Berkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1121
2024-09-11 1121
2023-09-11 1121
2022-09-11 1121
2021-09-11 1121
2020-09-11 1121

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