Best 3 All-through schools in Buckinghamshire – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of all-through schools: The Aylesbury Vale Academy (All-through) in Aylesbury; St Michael's Catholic School (All-through) in High Wycombe — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares The Aylesbury Vale Academy and St Michael's Catholic School. They are all-through phase and academy sponsor led and academy converter type located around Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire and High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (The Aylesbury Vale Academy), published Feb 2019. The most recent inspection on record is for The Aylesbury Vale Academy (Feb 2019). average roll around ≈ 2,100, combined total ≈ 4,200, typical FSM 20–25%, range 15–20%–20–25%; all within the ST THOMAS CATHOLIC ACADEMIES TRUST trust.

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Attribute	The Aylesbury Vale Academy HP18 0WS	St Michael's Catholic School HP11 1PW
Phase / Type	All-through • Academy sponsor led	All-through • Academy converter
Location	Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP18 0WS	High Wycombe Buckinghamshire HP11 1PW
Latest Ofsted	2 11 Feb 2019	2 7 Feb 2019
Ofsted report	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,850 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 2,350 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	20–25% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1440	2220
Capacity utilisation	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Buckinghamshire (825)	ST THOMAS CATHOLIC ACADEMIES TRUST
Website	www.theacademy.me	www.stmichaels.bucks.sch.uk
Telephone	01296428551	01494535196
SEN provision	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile

The Aylesbury Vale Academy

HP18 0WS

Phase / Type: All-through • Academy sponsor led
Location: Aylesbury
Buckinghamshire
HP18 0WS
Ofsted: 2 11 Feb 2019
Pupils: ≈ 1,850 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Buckinghamshire (825)
Website: www.theacademy.me
Telephone: 01296428551

St Michael's Catholic School

HP11 1PW

Phase / Type: All-through • Academy converter
Location: High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire
HP11 1PW
Ofsted: 2 7 Feb 2019
Pupils: ≈ 2,350 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: ST THOMAS CATHOLIC ACADEMIES TRUST
Website: www.stmichaels.bucks.sch.uk
Telephone: 01494535196

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.

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