Desborough College
Desborough College is a secondary located in Windsor and Maidenhead, SL6 2QB. 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 728 pupils on roll.
Desborough College is a boys school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Boys
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: Windsor and Maidenhead
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1140
Number of Pupils: 728
Number of Boys: 724
Number of Girls: 4
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 15.1
Last Changed Date: 2025-04-28
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: 9
Inspection Date: 2014-10-22
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Murdoch
Phone: 01628634505
Website: http://www.desborough.org.uk/
Location: Shoppenhangers Road
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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 Desborough College
What is the Ofsted rating of Desborough College?
Desborough College has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Desborough College admit?
Desborough College admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Desborough College a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Desborough College is a boys school.
What type of school is Desborough College?
Desborough College is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Desborough College?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Desborough College on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Desborough College?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near Desborough College in Windsor and Maidenhead. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
