Long Close School
Slough, Slough, South East · SL3 7LU
Spanning the years from nursery at age two through to GCSE, Long Close School in Slough offers continuity that suits families looking for a settled, long-term education. It is a small independent school of around 190 pupils, with no religious affiliation and a mixed intake. The intimate scale is reflected in its character, and the Independent Schools Inspectorate judged it good across the board in its most recent inspection, with compliance requirements met. Led by Ms Kamaldeep Nijjar, it admits pupils at 11+ alongside its earlier entry points.
190
Pupils
good
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 2-16
- Pupils
- 190
- Location
- Slough, Slough, South East
- Website
- www.longcloseschool.co.uk
- Telephone
- 01753 520095
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Ms Kamaldeep Nijjar
Latest results
Attainment 8
60.4
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
76%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Academic results sit comfortably above national benchmarks. The school's average Attainment 8 score of 60.4 is well ahead of the national figure of 46.9, and 76% of pupils achieve grade 5 or above in English and Maths, compared with 47% nationally. Teaching is focused on GCSE qualifications, and the strong outcomes are notable for a school of this size.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- good
- Last inspected
- 7 February 2023
The last word
A small, all-through independent school where pupils consistently outperform national averages at GCSE. A good fit for families wanting close attention and academic results that speak for themselves.
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Long Close School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Long Close School located?
Long Close School is located at Upton Court Road, Upton, Slough, SL3 7LU.
What type of school is Long Close School?
Long Close School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Long Close School?
Long Close School has approximately 190 pupils on roll.
What is Long Close School's inspection rating?
Long Close School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "good" at its inspection on 7 February 2023.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.