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Aylesbury High School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Aylesbury High School is a academy converter secondary school in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1358 pupils, and a capacity of 1300 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,358

Pupils

1,300

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

Aylesbury High School Catchment Area Information

Entry to Aylesbury High School is selective — applicants must pass the relevant admissions test. Among qualifying applicants, Buckinghamshire may use distance or catchment area as a tiebreaker when the school is oversubscribed. Check the admissions policy for how the selection and distance criteria interact.

Currently oversubscribed: 1358 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1300 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The full admissions policy — including test registration dates, qualifying scores, and any distance criteria — is published by Buckinghamshire before each admissions cycle. Verify your child's eligibility and your home address directly with the council.

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Aylesbury High School — School Information

Full address
Walton Road, Aylesbury, HP21 7SX
Local authority
Buckinghamshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Gender
Girls
Admissions policy
Selective
Free school meals
5.6% of pupils
DfE URN
136846

Other Secondary Schools in Aylesbury

If Aylesbury High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Aylesbury are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Aylesbury High School

Is Aylesbury High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Aylesbury High School currently has 1358 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1300 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Aylesbury High School?

Aylesbury High School is a selective school — admission requires passing the relevant admissions test. Buckinghamshire publishes the full policy each year, including test dates, qualifying scores, and any distance tiebreaker.

What age range does Aylesbury High School cover?

Aylesbury High School is a secondary school in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Aylesbury High School?

Aylesbury High School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.