Buckinghamshire Grammar Schools
Complete 11 Plus Guide.
Complete list of all 13 selective grammar schools across Buckinghamshire. School details, Secondary Transfer Test information, addresses, entry requirements, and 11 Plus preparation advice for every area.
Everything You Need to Know About Buckinghamshire Grammar Schools.
Buckinghamshire has one of the most established grammar school systems in England, with 13 fully selective state grammar schools across the county. All 13 schools use the shared Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT), administered by GL Assessment through The Buckinghamshire Grammar Schools (TBGS) consortium.
The STT is typically sat in September of Year 6, with a qualifying score of 121 or above required. Children only need to sit the test once to be considered for any of the 13 schools. At Eleven Ace, we provide personalised 1:1 online tuition and small-group batch classes tailored specifically to the Buckinghamshire STT format.
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A high-performing boys’ grammar school rated Outstanding by Ofsted, with approximately 1,300 pupils. Achieves 77% of GCSE grades at 9/8/7 and has a long-standing reputation for academic excellence in the Aylesbury area.
A selective girls’ grammar school located on the same road as Aylesbury Grammar School, consistently achieving high GCSE and A-Level results. Serves as the main girls’ grammar for the Aylesbury area.
A co-educational grammar school and academy in Aylesbury. Provides an additional 6 places above PAN for children eligible for Free School Meals or Pupil Premium who score at least 110 on the STT, promoting social inclusion.
Founded in 1423, it is the oldest school in Buckinghamshire with over 600 years of continuous history and a Royal Charter. A co-educational grammar school with over 1,260 pupils, serving a wide catchment across North Buckinghamshire.
The only boarding grammar school in Buckinghamshire, with a long-standing reputation for academic excellence, particularly in mathematics and sciences. Has over 1,350 pupils and one of the widest catchment areas, extending approximately 11.59 miles. Co-educational sixth form available.
The first state grammar school for girls in Buckinghamshire, opened in 1901. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024, with approximately 1,300 pupils and a strong emphasis on personal development alongside exceptional pastoral care.
Named after the local MP and English Civil War commander John Hampden. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2022. The PAN was increased by 30 places to 180 in 2019 following a successful expansion bid.
Founded in the 17th century, this is one of the top-performing boys’ grammar schools in the UK, achieving approximately 72% of GCSE grades at 9–7. Holds a “School of Character” kitemark and has been named the best state school for sports. Up to 12 places within the PAN are available for girls. Co-educational sixth form.
A consistently outstanding girls’ grammar school where almost all students go on to university, including Oxford and Cambridge. Extremely oversubscribed with most admitted students living within 2–4 miles. Achieves 84.6% of GCSE grades at 9/8/7.
A co-educational grammar school rated Outstanding by Ofsted, using a house system and vertical tutoring. One of the larger grammar schools in Buckinghamshire with approximately 1,300 pupils. Achieves 86.1% of GCSE grades at 9/8/7.
A girls’ grammar school rated Outstanding by Ofsted and recognised as one of only 45 “Exceptional Schools” in the country. Converted to academy status in 2014. Achieves 80.4% of GCSE grades at 9/8/7, ranked 48th nationally.
Founded in 1624 by Sir William Borlase, this co-educational grammar school has a proud 400-year history and is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. Achieves 79% of GCSE grades at 9/8/7. Up to 15 places are reserved for children in the Priority Admissions area, allocated by random lottery.
A co-educational grammar school serving South Buckinghamshire near the Slough border. One of the most oversubscribed grammar schools in Buckinghamshire and Slough, with a strong community ethos and the only Bucks grammar in the Burnham area.
Preparing for Buckinghamshire Grammar Schools with Eleven Ace.
All 13 Buckinghamshire grammar schools use the same Secondary Transfer Test (STT) administered by GL Assessment. Eleven Ace provides personalised 1:1 online tuition and small-group batch classes specifically tailored to the Buckinghamshire STT format — covering Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, English, and Mathematics.
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