The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School

URN: 142069 • Chalfont St Giles HP11 1BJ

Overview

Name
The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School
URN
142069
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
71.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
David Shandley (since 2025) , Head of College
Telephone
01494875502
Website
Visit
Address
19 London Road, Chalfont St Giles HP11 1BJ

Summary

The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School, located in Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire, is a mixed independent school catering to students aged 11 to 18. With a current enrolment of 158 pupils and a capacity of 380, the school aims to provide a supportive and engaging learning environment. The school emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and adaptability in preparing students for an ever-evolving future.

The curriculum is enriched by the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme, which complements the traditional British curriculum, fostering skills such as inquisitiveness and self-organisation. The Harkness Method is employed in classrooms, promoting collaborative discussions among students seated around large tables, which encourages active participation and confident communication.

Small class sizes, with a maximum of 14 students, allow for meaningful relationships between teachers and pupils, enhancing the learning experience. The school has a strong track record of academic success, with a 100% pass rate in several subjects, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards and student achievement.

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Key details

LA
Buckinghamshire
Age range
3 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
380
Pupils
158
Boys
107
Girls
51
FSM %
Open date
2015-05-06
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-03-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Buckinghamshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 158 107 51 380
2024-09-11 150 101 49 380
2023-09-11 70 51 19 380 0.00
2022-09-11 70 51 19 126 0.00
2021-09-11 58 44 14 126 0.00
2020-09-11 58 44 14 126 0.00

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