Wycombe High School
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire · HP11 1TB
Wycombe High School is a selective girls' grammar school in the Chilterns serving the High Wycombe area with a reputation for academic rigour and inclusive pastoral care. The school balances competitive entrance standards with a commitment to developing well-rounded pupils across academics, sport, music, and the arts. As a day school without boarding, it draws primarily from local and regional families seeking grammar-school education in the state-funded sector.
- →Proven selective grammar-school academic record at GCSE and A-level
- →Strong extracurricular programme spanning music, sport, drama, and service
- →Accessible location in High Wycombe with good transport links to surrounding areas
- →Day-school model with no boarding pressure; strong pastoral continuity
Who thrives here
Bright, motivated girls with solid primary-school attainment who thrive in a competitive, structured environment and want a balanced education. Pupils who can manage the transition to selective grammar entry and who value peer group achievement.
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Contact & visit
Marlow Road
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
HP11 1TB
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Wycombe High School cost?
Wycombe High School is a state grammar school, so there are no tuition fees — places are free and allocated by the 11-plus exam and the school’s admissions criteria.
How do you get into Wycombe High School?
Wycombe High School admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Wycombe High School's exam results?
At Wycombe High School, 27.7% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 67% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Wycombe High School a boarding school?
Wycombe High School is a day school in High Wycombe and does not offer boarding.
What is Wycombe High School's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Wycombe High School “Outstanding” (2024).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong academic outcomes and rigorous teaching; selective entry ensures high peer achievement
✓Excellent pastoral care and house system that creates strong community and belonging
✓Broad extracurricular menu including music and sport; good careers and university preparation
Common concerns
!Not yet Ofsted-inspected, so full inspection evidence unavailable; reliance on historic Ofsted data or none if newly refurbished
!Selective entry creates pressured environment for some; may not suit all learning styles
!Day-school only; limited provision for pupils with identified SEND