Ickford School
URN: 142847 • Aylesbury HP18 9HY
Overview
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Dawn Basnett (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01844339261
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sheldon Road, Aylesbury HP18 9HY
Summary
Ickford School is a primary academy located in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, with a current enrolment of 134 pupils and a capacity of 140. The school prides itself on being a nurturing and inclusive environment, where each child's unique talents and needs are recognised and supported. With a strong emphasis on academic achievement, Ickford consistently ranks among the top primary schools in Buckinghamshire, particularly in Key Stage 2 SATs.
The curriculum at Ickford is broad and engaging, designed to challenge and inspire students. All pupils learn French, with Year 6 students also introduced to German and Latin. Music education is integral, starting with the recorder in Key Stage 1 and progressing to the violin in Key Stage 2. The school also offers a variety of co-curricular activities, including sports and creative arts, facilitated by excellent facilities.
Ickford School values strong partnerships with families and encourages open communication between staff, parents, and the community. The school is committed to promoting British values, fostering respect, tolerance, and individual liberty, and preparing students to be responsible citizens.
The curriculum at Ickford is broad and engaging, designed to challenge and inspire students. All pupils learn French, with Year 6 students also introduced to German and Latin. Music education is integral, starting with the recorder in Key Stage 1 and progressing to the violin in Key Stage 2. The school also offers a variety of co-curricular activities, including sports and creative arts, facilitated by excellent facilities.
Ickford School values strong partnerships with families and encourages open communication between staff, parents, and the community. The school is committed to promoting British values, fostering respect, tolerance, and individual liberty, and preparing students to be responsible citizens.
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Key details
- LA
- Buckinghamshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ICKFORD LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 134
- Boys
- 72
- Girls
- 62
- FSM %
- 3.00
- Open date
- 2016-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Buckinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 134 | 72 | 62 | 140 | 3.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 136 | 74 | 62 | 140 | 1.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 141 | 67 | 74 | 140 | 1.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 141 | 67 | 74 | 140 | 1.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 140 | 71 | 69 | 140 | 0.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 126 | 58 | 68 | 140 | 1.60 |
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