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If you’re considering a grammar school in Buckinghamshire, you have plenty of options. There are 13 grammar schools – four for boys, four for girls, and five which are mixed.
Keep reading to find out more about the best grammar schools in Buckinghamshire in 2026, and how to help your child prepare for the 11 plus exam.
How many grammar schools are there in Buckinghamshire?
There are 13 grammar schools in Buckinghamshire:
How to get into a grammar school in Buckinghamshire
Your child will need to take the 11 plus to be considered for a place at a grammar school. This usually takes place in September when your child is in Year 6. Children with the highest 11 plus scores will be eligible for a place at a grammar school in Year 7.
Children applying to Buckinghamshire grammar schools take an 11+ exam known as the Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test. This consists of two multiple-choice papers which test English, maths, verbal reasoning and non-verbal reasoning. All children attending Buckinghamshire primary schools are automatically registered to take the test.
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The 5 best grammar schools in Buckinghamshire in 2026
1. Dr Challoner's High School
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Dr Challoner’s High School is a grammar school for girls in Little Chalfont. Almost all students go on to university, with destinations including Oxford and Cambridge. Ofsted rates the school 'outstanding' and describe the environment as "challenging but highly supportive".
Key information
Town: Little Chalfont
Local council: Buckinghamshire County Council
Number of pupils: 1,300+
National league table rank: 25
A level results (2025): 84.2% A*–B
GCSE results (2025): 82.9% A*/A/9/8/7
Entry points: 11+
Entry gender: girls
2. Dr Challoner’s Grammar School
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Dr Challoner’s Grammar School was founded in the 17th century. It provides a grammar school education in Amersham for boys aged 11–18 with a mixed sixth form. It is consistently listed among the best Buckinghamshire grammar schools. Beyond exam results, the school has a ‘School of Character’ kitemark and it was recently named the best sporting state school in the country.
Key information
Town: Amersham
Local council: Buckinghamshire County Council
Number of pupils: 1,300+
National league table rank: 39
A level results (2025): 87.5% A*–B
GCSE results (2025): 64.8% A*/A/9/8/7
Entry points: 11+
Entry gender: boys 11–16, mixed sixth form
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3. Chesham Grammar School
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Chesham Grammar School is a grammar school for boys and girls aged 11–18. A house system and vertical tutoring mean students get to mix with other year groups, giving the school a family feel. Ofsted rates the school 'outstanding', praising students' achievement and the quality of teaching.
Key information
Town: Chesham
Local council: Buckinghamshire County Council
Number of pupils: 1,300+
National league table rank: 42
A level results (2025): 85.7% A*–B
GCSE results (2025): 66.9% A*/A/9/8/7
Entry points: 11+
Entry gender: mixed
4. The Royal Grammar School
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The Royal Grammar School in High Wycombe is a selective state grammar school for boys with a long-standing reputation for academic excellence, particularly in mathematics and the sciences. There has been a big change to the school since September 2025, when girls were accepted into the sixth form.
Key information
Town: High Wycombe
Local council: Buckinghamshire County Council
Number of pupils: 1,400+
National league table rank: 42
A level results (2025): 85.5% A*–B
GCSE results (2025): 65.4% A*/A/9/8/7
Entry points: 11+
Entry gender: boys from 11-18, with girls accepted for sixth form
5. Beaconsfield High School
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Beaconsfield High School is a girls’ grammar school in the market town of Beaconsfield. It's one of only 45 schools in the country that is recognised as an Exceptional School. Ofsted rates Beaconsfield High School 'outstanding'. Reports praise the range of extracurricular activities and the high priority given to pupils' mental health.
Key information
Town: Beaconsfield
Local council: Buckinghamshire County Council
Number of pupils: 1,200+
National league table rank: 56
A level results (2025): 80.9% A*–B
GCSE results (2025): 71.2% A*/A/9/8/7
Entry points: 11+
Entry gender: girls
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