Marsh School, High Wycombe
Data last updated 31 Aug 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Early Years
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Marsh School is a genuinely inclusive school where every child feels welcome and valued. Teachers have high expectations of all pupils and provide excellent support to help them succeed, whether they have additional needs or not. The school goes beyond academics by offering a rich range of clubs, trips and learning experiences that develop confident, well-rounded children.
Key Strengths
- Strong, caring relationships create a safe and welcoming environment where pupils feel valued and belong
- Broad and ambitious curriculum with consistently effective teaching, particularly in mathematics where pupils develop strong fluency and confidence
- Excellent support for pupils with SEND and those learning English as an additional language, enabling them to access all areas of the curriculum
- Well-established behaviour routines with a positive, purposeful school atmosphere
- Rich personal development opportunities including clubs, performances, visits and community projects
Areas for Improvement
- Teachers need to use more precise methods for checking pupils' understanding in some subjects to help them remember key knowledge better
- Writing curriculum needs further development to provide more consistent opportunities for pupils to practise and embed their writing skills throughout the school
- Year 1 phonics screening results remain below national averages, though pupils are making progress from low starting points
- Attendance is still below the national average, despite the school's rigorous and empathetic approach
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders creating an open and positive culture that puts pupils' interests first.
Extracurricular Activities
Outdoor learning, performances, visits, community projects, before- and after-school club
Marsh School is an exceptionally inclusive and nurturing infant school where pupils thrive in a caring environment. The school has made significant improvements since its previous inspection, with strong teaching, high expectations, and excellent support for all learners including those with SEND.
At a Glance
28.4%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
26 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Class Sizes
27.3
Avg class size
26.2
Infant (KS1)
6
Total classes
1 class with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
99%
Near capacity
119 pupils
120 capacity
1 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - High Wycombe
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for High Wycombe
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(7)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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Teachers & Staff
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
7.20171%
Overall absence
24.16667%
Persistent absence
120
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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