- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Results well above the England average.
51 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1178%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.2%
- Pupils
- 247
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.9
Schools in HP6
A postcode district in Buckinghamshire
- Postcode district
- 17 schools and nurseries
In short: HP6 is a postcode district in Buckinghamshire with 10 primary schools, 1 secondary school and 6 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries1710 primary · 1 secondary · 6 nurseries
Top-rated
All HP6 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in HP6
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 HP6
10 in HP6, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
Met the standard at 1185%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 2.9%
- Pupils
- 240
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.3
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
28 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1178%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 2.6%
- Pupils
- 212
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.5
Top Secondary Schools in HP6
1 in HP6, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
238 first choices, 185 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1676.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 5.2%
- Pupils
- 1,384
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.3
Nurseries in HP6
6 in HP6, highest Ofsted grade first
Henry Allen Nursery School
Amersham, HP6 6NW · State · Nursery · Ages 2 to 5
- Ofsted:Outstanding
No published results yet.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 67
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.5
Woodlands Nursery
Amersham, HP6 6EF · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Acre Wood Nursery School
Amersham, HP6 6NU · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in HP6
1 in HP6, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
238 first choices, 185 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1676.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 5.2%
- Pupils
- 1,384
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.3
Private Schools in HP6
2 in HP6. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Heatherton School
Amersham, HP6 5QB · Independent · Primary · Ages 2 to 11 · Girls
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 149
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The Beacon School
Amersham, HP6 5PF · Independent · Primary · Ages 3 to 13 · Boys
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 453
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in HP6, 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.
- Outstanding3
- Good9
- Not graded yet5
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 HP6 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
HP6 has 17 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 HP6
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 HP6
Nearby areas
How many schools are in HP6?
HP6 has 17 schools, including 10 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 6 nurseries, 2 independent schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in HP6?
The highest-ranked schools in HP6 on Eduscope are Little Chalfont Primary School, Dr Challoner's Grammar School, Elangeni 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 HP6?
There are 2 independent schools in HP6. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in HP6 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in HP6?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 17 schools in HP6 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.