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High March School

Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, South East · HP9 2PZ

High March is a small independent girls' school in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, taking pupils from the ages of 3 to 11. With around 308 girls on roll, it offers an intimate setting where staff can know each child well. Its compact size and primary-only age range mean it functions as a focused prep school for girls preparing to move on at 11. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its most recent grading of 'excellent'.

308

Pupils

excellent

ISI

£23,895

Day fees / yr

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Overview & data

Gender
Girls
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Age range
3-11
Pupils
308
Location
Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, South East
Website
https://highmarch.co.uk/
Telephone
01494 675186

Headteacher

Head Mrs Kate Gater

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Teaching & academics

The ISI rated the school 'excellent', the inspectorate's highest grade, with personal development judged at the same level and all compliance requirements met. The school supports a small proportion of pupils with special educational needs, around 2 per cent of the roll. Academic scholarships are available, signalling a school that recognises and rewards able pupils.

Learning support & SEN

SEN support
2%
EHC plans
0%

Arts & extracurricular

Scholarships

AcademicDramaMusic

Beyond the classroom

Beyond the academic, High March offers scholarships in drama and music, pointing to a place where performance and the arts are taken seriously alongside lessons.

Ethos & heritage

Boarding
No

Money matters

Day fees (per year)
£17,460 - £23,895

Means-tested bursaries available for existing families

Inspection reports

ISI rating
excellent
ISI personal development
excellent
Last inspected
14 November 2023
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The last word

A small, high-performing girls' prep that pairs strong inspection results with scope for academic, drama and music talent. Day fees run from £17,460 to £23,895, with means-tested bursaries available to existing families.

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High March School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is High March School located?

High March School is located at 23 Ledborough Lane, Beaconsfield, Beaconsfield, HP9 2PZ.

What type of school is High March School?

High March School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.

How many pupils attend High March School?

High March School has approximately 308 pupils on roll.

What is High March School's inspection rating?

High March School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 14 November 2023.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.