Akeley Wood Senior School
Akeley Wood Senior School is an independent school in Buckinghamshire for pupils aged 11 to 18. It has 380 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Akeley Wood Senior School is Outstanding, from an inspection in July 2009. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 50.9, and 49% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: July 2009. GCSE results: 2026. A-level results: 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Akeley Wood Senior School Bycell Road Akeley MK18 5AE |
| Phone | 01280814110 |
| Reference Number | 110536 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 380 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 61.32%
Girls: 38.68% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Akeley Wood Senior School offers an outstanding educational experience for its students, effectively meeting its stated aims by fostering individual talents and personal growth. The school is well-known for its welcoming and friendly atmosphere where pupils can thrive academically and develop socially. Academic progress is consistently exceptional, with students achieving impressive results, and the curriculum is well-tailored to meet diverse needs. Furthermore, the provision for personal development, including spiritual and social education, is a highlighted strength of the school.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 17 Jun 2009 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 17 Jun 2009 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Outstanding quality of education provided
- Exceptional curriculum tailored to pupils' needs
- Excellent personal care and attention for students
- Strong progress in academic achievements
- Outstanding support for personal development
- Wide range of extracurricular activities available
- Excellent health and safety provisions
Areas for Improvement
- Insufficient access to computers for ICT in learning
- Inconsistent whole-school policy for literacy and numeracy
- Limited role and promotion of the school council
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 50.9 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 49.3% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 59.7% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 31.09 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Average Points (best 3) | 29.28 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C | B- | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | C | B- | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 4.3% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 38.2% of pupils at Akeley Wood Senior School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 0.5% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Akeley Wood Senior School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Akeley Wood Senior School is Outstanding, from an inspection in July 2009.
When was Akeley Wood Senior School last inspected by Ofsted?
Akeley Wood Senior School was last inspected in July 2009.
How many pupils does Akeley Wood Senior School have?
Akeley Wood Senior School has 380 pupils on roll.
What age range does Akeley Wood Senior School cover?
Akeley Wood Senior School for pupils aged 11 to 18.
What are Akeley Wood Senior School's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 50.9, and 49% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Akeley Wood Senior School?
Akeley Wood Senior School is at Akeley Wood Senior School, Bycell Road, Akeley, MK18 5AE.