The Highcrest Academy
The Highcrest Academy is a secondary located in Buckinghamshire, HP13 7NQ. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,068 pupils on roll.
The Highcrest Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Buckinghamshire
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1069
Number of Pupils: 1068
Number of Boys: 515
Number of Girls: 553
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 32.6
Last Changed Date: 2025-04-25
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2016-04-22
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Burke
Phone: 01494529866
Website: www.highcrestacademy.org.uk
Location: Hatters Lane
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Highcrest Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of The Highcrest Academy?
The Highcrest Academy has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does The Highcrest Academy admit?
The Highcrest Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is The Highcrest Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
The Highcrest Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is The Highcrest Academy?
The Highcrest Academy is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near The Highcrest Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around The Highcrest Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near The Highcrest Academy?
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