Dr Challoner's Grammar School
Amersham, Buckinghamshire, South East · HP6 5HA
Dr Challoner's Grammar School is a large, selective boys' school in Amersham, Buckinghamshire, with an Ofsted judgement of Outstanding across every category, from quality of education to sixth form. With around 1,368 pupils, it sits marginally above its stated capacity of 1,356, a sign of sustained demand. The school is academically selective and forms part of The Buckinghamshire Grammar Schools consortium. A low proportion of pupils qualify for free school meals, while a notable share speak English as an additional language.
1,368
Pupils
Outstanding
Ofsted
180
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- Gender
- Boys
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 1,368
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 18.1
- Location
- Amersham, Buckinghamshire, South East
- Website
- www.challoners.com
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- The Buckinghamshire Grammar Schools
- Exam board
- GL Assessment
- Subjects tested
- Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
- Places (PAN)
- 180
- Entry age
- 11
Key dates· 2027 entry
Registration opens
1 May 2026
Registration closes
2 June 2026
Exam dateNext
10 September 2026
Application deadline
31 October 2026
Offers date
1 March 2027
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Attainment 8
73.9
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
96%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results here are exceptional by national measures. The average Attainment 8 score of 73.9 stands well clear of the national average of 46.9, and 96% of pupils achieve grade 5 or above in English and Maths against a national figure of 47%. Ofsted rated the quality of education and the sixth form Outstanding, reflecting strength that carries through to A-level.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 14.25%
- EHC plans
- 0.8%
- English as additional language
- 17.4%
- Free school meals
- 2.6%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 5 November 2019
The last word
A consistently high-performing grammar where boys who can clear a demanding 11+ join one of the strongest academic communities in the county.
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Dr Challoner's Grammar School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Dr Challoner's Grammar School located?
Dr Challoner's Grammar School is located at Chesham Road, Amersham, HP6 5HA.
What type of school is Dr Challoner's Grammar School?
Dr Challoner's Grammar School is a state grammar school in South East.
What subjects does Dr Challoner's Grammar School test in the 11+?
Dr Challoner's Grammar School tests Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does Dr Challoner's Grammar School use for the 11+?
Dr Challoner's Grammar School's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
When is the Dr Challoner's Grammar School 11+ exam?
For the 2027 entry, the Dr Challoner's Grammar School 11+ exam is on 10 September 2026.
How do I apply to Dr Challoner's Grammar School?
For 2027 entry, registration opens on 1 May 2026, registration closes on 2 June 2026 and the application deadline is 31 October 2026.
When are Dr Challoner's Grammar School 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, Dr Challoner's Grammar School releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does Dr Challoner's Grammar School belong to?
Dr Challoner's Grammar School is part of the The Buckinghamshire Grammar Schools consortium.
How many places does Dr Challoner's Grammar School offer?
Dr Challoner's Grammar School has a published admission number of 180 places.
How many pupils attend Dr Challoner's Grammar School?
Dr Challoner's Grammar School has approximately 1,368 pupils on roll.
What is Dr Challoner's Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Dr Challoner's Grammar School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its inspection on 5 November 2019.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.