The Pace Centre
School summary
With just 42 pupils on roll, The Pace Centre is among the smallest independent schools in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, and that intimate scale shapes everything it does. The mixed, non-denominational school takes children from age 11 and operates on a day basis, with no boarding provision. Led by headteacher Mr Richard Smith, it is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate. Families drawn to a closely held, personal environment rather than a large institution will find the setting distinctive.
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Teaching & academics
The school admits pupils at 11 and operates an 11+ entry route. Its very small roll allows for a high degree of individual attention, which suits children who benefit from close, consistent support.
Head · Mr Richard Smith
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
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A genuinely small independent school in Aylesbury where the modest roll is the point, not a limitation.
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The Pace Centre 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.