Curzon Church of England Combined School, Amersham
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Curzon is a school where your child will thrive both academically and personally. Teachers have high expectations of all pupils and deliver engaging lessons with clear instructions. The school places equal importance on academic achievement and personal development, helping children become confident, compassionate and resilient through many enrichment opportunities.
Key Strengths
- Excellent behaviour, attitudes to learning and above-average attendance from all pupils
- Systematic phonics teaching and strong focus on reading from Reception Year onwards
- Well-planned curriculum with clear sequencing of knowledge so pupils build on solid foundations
- Extensive enrichment opportunities including forest school, London Underground trips and leadership roles
- Strong relationships and high levels of care and support that help pupils feel safe and trusted
Areas for Improvement
- In a few subjects, the essential knowledge and skills pupils need to learn are not defined precisely enough, leading to gaps in knowledge
- Need to ensure all subjects have clearly specified knowledge so pupils can build new learning on solid foundations
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective with comprehensive training provided by the trust and strong safeguarding systems in place.
Extracurricular Activities
Forest school activities, London Underground trips, worship councillor roles, reading buddy scheme, before-school and after-school care
Curzon Church of England Combined School has maintained its good standards and is a happy, safe place where pupils achieve well academically while developing strong character and personal values. The school has effective leadership, excellent behaviour from pupils, and a well-planned ambitious curriculum.
At a Glance
5.6%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
65 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has improved from 77% to 96%. Maths has improved from 81% to 88%. Writing has remained stable at around 81%.
Class Sizes
26.5
Avg class size
30.0
Infant (KS1)
25.5
KS2
6
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
Getting There
Bus Stops
Commute Calculator
Find out if this school is reachable from your home - before you apply
What are my chances?
Enter your postcode to estimate your probability of getting a place.
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
99%
Near capacity
162 pupils
164 capacity
2 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Amersham
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Amersham
Admissions Demand - Buckinghamshire
Places available
6,847
Applications
5,934
Got 1st preference
89.9%
Got preferred school
98.7%
Primary admissions across Buckinghamshire (2025/26)
Inspection History
House Prices
Moving into the catchment? See what homes near this school actually cost
SEN Provision
How many pupils have special educational needs, what types of support the school provides, and how it compares to similar schools.
Pupil Demographics
The school's pupil mix - ethnicity breakdown, free school meals eligibility, and English as an additional language. Useful context when evaluating school fit.
Teachers & Staff
Teacher qualification rates, pupil-to-teacher ratio, staff turnover, and salary data. Shows how well-resourced and stable the school's workforce is.
School Funding
Annual funding per pupil, total budget, pupil premium grants, and how the school's resources compare to similar schools nationally.
Pupil Absence2024/25
4.54121%
Overall absence
5.36913%
Persistent absence
149
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
Reviews
No reviews yet - be the first to leave one.
Secondary Schools Nearby
Secondary schools pupils are likely to move to
Curzon Church of England Combined School
Nearby Schools
Do you work at this school?
Claim your profile free to get a verified badge, update your contact details, and see how many parents are viewing your page.