Royal Latin School
Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, South East · MK18 1AX
A large mixed grammar in the town of Buckingham, the Royal Latin School draws 1,322 pupils onto a roll that comfortably exceeds its stated capacity of 1,189 - a sign of how sought-after places here have become. Entry at 11 is through the Buckinghamshire Grammar Schools consortium, and the school's Ofsted profile is notably strong, with Good overall ratings sitting alongside Outstanding marks for behaviour, personal development and the sixth form. With just 4.7% of pupils eligible for free school meals and a relatively low SEN support figure, the intake reflects a fairly settled local picture, though around one in six pupils speaks English as an additional language.
1,322
Pupils
Good
Ofsted
174
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 1,322
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 20.3
- Location
- Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, South East
- Website
- www.royallatin.org
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- The Buckinghamshire Grammar Schools
- Exam board
- GL Assessment
- Subjects tested
- Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
- Places (PAN)
- 174
- 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
73.5
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
95%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Academic results are well above the national picture: an Attainment 8 score of 73.5 sits far ahead of the national average of 46.9, and 95% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths, against a national figure of 47%. Ofsted judged quality of education Good and the sixth form Outstanding, suggesting strength that carries through to the upper years. With a pupil-to-teacher ratio of 20.3, classes are sizeable for a selective school but evidently effective.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 5.6%
- EHC plans
- 0.76%
- English as additional language
- 17.5%
- Free school meals
- 4.7%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 15 November 2022
The last word
A consistently high-achieving grammar where strong GCSE outcomes are matched by Outstanding behaviour and sixth-form provision - and where demand visibly outstrips the available room.
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Royal Latin School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Royal Latin School located?
Royal Latin School is located at Chandos Road, Buckingham, MK18 1AX.
What type of school is Royal Latin School?
Royal Latin School is a state grammar school in South East.
What subjects does Royal Latin School test in the 11+?
Royal Latin School tests Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does Royal Latin School use for the 11+?
Royal Latin School's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
When is the Royal Latin School 11+ exam?
For the 2027 entry, the Royal Latin School 11+ exam is on 10 September 2026.
How do I apply to Royal Latin 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 Royal Latin School 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, Royal Latin School releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does Royal Latin School belong to?
Royal Latin School is part of the The Buckinghamshire Grammar Schools consortium.
How many places does Royal Latin School offer?
Royal Latin School has a published admission number of 174 places.
How many pupils attend Royal Latin School?
Royal Latin School has approximately 1,322 pupils on roll.
What is Royal Latin School's Ofsted rating?
Royal Latin School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its inspection on 15 November 2022.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.