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Dr Challoner's High School
Cokes Lane, Little Chalfont, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP7 9QB, Buckinghamshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
99.3 / 100
Top 1%
Better than 99% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
1,358
Capacity
1,145
Ages
11–18
Gender
Girls
Occupancy
119%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and exceptional GCSE results, this secondary school boasts an impressive Attainment 8 score of 79.1, placing it in the top 1% nationally. All students achieve at least a grade 4 in English and Maths, with 100% reaching grade 5 or above, indicating a strong academic environment. Additionally, a high EBacc entry rate of 97% reflects a commitment to a broad and balanced curriculum, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking quality education.
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Last inspected: 21 November 2023Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 79.1 | Top 1% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 100% | Top 2% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 100% | Top 1% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 97% | Top 0% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 95% | Top 0% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
Asian Indian32.5%
White British30.6%
Asian Other12.2%
Mixed W+Asian4.2%
White Other4.1%
Asian Pakistani3.7%
Mixed Other3.2%
Asian Chinese1.3%
Other1.0%
Black African0.8%
White Irish0.6%
Mixed W+B African0.4%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.4%
Asian Bangladeshi0.4%
Black Other0.3%
Black Caribbean0.1%
Location
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51.66730, -0.56985 · HP7 9QB
School details
Local authorityBuckinghamshire
RegionSouth East
URN137219
School typeAcademy converter
Websitechallonershigh.com/
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr Challoner's High School rated by Ofsted?
Dr Challoner's High School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 21 November 2023.
Is Dr Challoner's High School a good school?
Dr Challoner's High School scores 99.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 1% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at Dr Challoner's High School in GCSEs?
Dr Challoner's High School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 79.1. 100% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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