- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results above the England average.
Met the standard at 1169%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.5%
- Pupils
- 257
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.1
Schools in HP5
A postcode district in Buckinghamshire
- Postcode district
- 21 schools and nurseries
In short: HP5 is a postcode district in Buckinghamshire with 11 primary schools, 3 secondary schools and 8 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries2111 primary · 3 secondary · 8 nurseries
Top-rated
All HP5 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in HP5
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in HP5
11 in HP5, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
41 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1187%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.0%
- Pupils
- 212
- Pupils per teacher
- 23.6
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results well above the England average.
Met the standard at 1181%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 5.6%
- Pupils
- 238
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.6
Top Secondary Schools in HP5
3 in HP5, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Results well above the England average.
309 first choices, 183 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1675.6
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 5.7%
- Pupils
- 1,331
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.8
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
95 first choices, 212 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1640.9
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 10.5%
- Pupils
- 1,047
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.8
Nurseries in HP5
8 in HP5, highest Ofsted grade first
Ashridge Day Nursery Latimer
Chesham, HP5 1TN · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Flower Pots Day Nursery (Chesham)
Chesham, HP5 1BG · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Kiddies Cove Day Nursery
Chesham, HP5 1SH · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in HP5
3 in HP5, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Results well above the England average.
309 first choices, 183 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1675.6
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 5.7%
- Pupils
- 1,331
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.8
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
95 first choices, 212 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1640.9
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 10.5%
- Pupils
- 1,047
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.8
Heritage House School
Chesham, HP5 3BP · Special · All-through · Ages 2 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 15.0%
- Pupils
- 140
- Pupils per teacher
- 7.4
Special Schools in HP5
1 in HP5. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Heritage House School
Chesham, HP5 3BP · Special · All-through · Ages 2 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 15.0%
- Pupils
- 140
- Pupils per teacher
- 7.4
Private Schools in HP5
1 in HP5. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Chesham Preparatory School
Chesham, HP5 3QF · Independent · Primary · Ages 3 to 11
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 375
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in HP5, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding1
- Good11
- Not graded yet9
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every HP5 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
HP5 has 21 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in HP5
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about HP5
Nearby areas
How many schools are in HP5?
HP5 has 21 schools, including 11 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 8 nurseries, 1 independent school, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in HP5?
The highest-ranked schools in HP5 on Eduscope are Chesham Grammar School, Brushwood Junior School, Chartridge Combined School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in HP5?
There is 1 independent school in HP5. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare it on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in HP5?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 21 schools in HP5 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.