The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School

United Kingdom, London

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees £20,640 - 23,985

Ages 11 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 146

Type Co-educational

Bus Service Yes

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Academic offering

Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP)

Taught languages French, Spanish

Typical class size 14

Strengths Sport, Languages, Academic Enrichment

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language

Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

Situated in High Wycombe, The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School is a co-educational, age 3–18 day school in England. The school offers the International Baccalaureate framework, with the IB Middle Years Programme for ages 11–16 and the Diploma Programme for ages 16–18, and is an official IB World School. Class sizes are capped at fourteen, and learning unfolds around Harkness tables, within a five-surface classroom approach that supports discussion-based, inquiry-led study. Curriculum is complemented by a strong emphasis on language acquisition (French and Spanish) and a broad range of subjects across the IB groups. The school maintains well-equipped facilities and plans to develop new sports facilities and additional classrooms, supported by ISI 2024 findings. Extracurricular activity is extensive, including sport, performing arts and global field trips, and a vibrant Duke of Edinburgh Award programme. These features foster international-mindedness and collaboration for students navigating diverse cultures and future studies across the globe.

www.thechalfontsgrammar.co.uk

Maple Court, Queen's Rd, High Wycombe HP13 6AQ, United Kingdom

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The Essentials

Location

The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School is located at Maple Court, Queens Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP13 6AQ. It sits by the Rye on London Road in High Wycombe. The school serves students aged 11 to 18.

Stages

Ages 11 to 18; secondary and sixth form

Type

Independent Grammar School

Country affiliation

England

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Fees

Application fees

- No separate application, registration, acceptance deposit, or non‑refundable application fee is published in the school's Schedule of Charges for admissions.

Tuition fees (per term and calculated annual total)

- Middle Years Programme (MYP): £6,880 per term. Annual total (three terms): £20,640.

- Diploma Programme (DP / Sixth Form): £7,995 per term. Annual total (three terms): £23,985.

- Programme-year mapping: the MYP covers the school's Years 7–11 intake and the DP covers the Sixth Form (Years 12–13).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is charged termly (three academic terms per year) at the per‑term rates listed above. Monthly payment plans are available via an external School Fee Plan; these can be arranged through the school's admissions/fees administration. Specific payment deadlines, late‑payment penalties, and billing particulars are set out in the school's Terms & Conditions.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. The school operates as a day school; no boarding fees are published.

Other costs and charges

- The published Schedule of Charges lists only the termly tuition rates above and does not itemise separate charges for uniform, exam entry fees, trips and visits, school lunches, transport, extracurricular clubs, or specialist resources. Parents should expect that additional optional or compulsory charges for exams, trips, uniforms, meals or activities can be applied and that full particulars are recorded in the school's Terms & Conditions.

Refund information

- Detailed refund and fee‑adjustment provisions (for example, refunds on withdrawal, cancellation, or overpayment) are contained within the school's Terms & Conditions; the published Schedule of Charges indicates that those particulars apply to the charges above.

Fee payment options

- The published material confirms availability of monthly payment plans through the School Fee Plan. Specific accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, direct debit, debit/credit card) are not itemised in the Schedule of Charges; particulars of acceptable payment methods and how to set up instalment plans are provided in the school's fees administration and Terms & Conditions.

If you will place this text into an external database, copy the text exactly as shown; the figures above are the published per‑term and calculated annual amounts for the school's MYP and DP tuition and the other items state what is (and is not) published against those charges.

Academics

Curriculum

The Chalfonts offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme, including the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11–16 and the Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 16–18, and is an official IB World School. The IB curriculum covers Language and Literature; Language Acquisition (French and Spanish); Mathematics; Sciences; Individuals and Societies; Arts; Physical and Health Education; and Design. The Diploma Programme components include the six subject groups, plus Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) and the Extended Essay (EE).

Student Teacher Ratio

Maximum class size is 14 students per class.

Exam Results

2025 IB Diploma results: 100% pass rate; average points 33.2; 98% of students achieved grades A–C in Theory of Knowledge and 88% achieved A–C in the Extended Essay.

Higher Education Progression

Leavers' destinations include the University of Oxford; the University of Edinburgh; the University of Warwick; Paris School of Business; the University of Bath; the University of Sheffield; the University of Southampton; and the Ministry of Defence.

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Admissions

1. Book a Personal Tour or attend an Open Day to experience the school firsthand. A personal tour can be arranged by completing the admissions form, and an Admissions Team member will contact you to schedule the visit. Open Days are held to give families an overview of the school, facilities, and learning approach. To reserve a place, fill out the online form on the Open Days or Personal Tours & Visits pages.

2. Request a Prospectus to learn more about the school and admissions steps. The Prospectus provides information on the IB Programme, entry points, and how to apply. After you submit the request, the Admissions Team will contact you to discuss next steps and arrange any follow-up conversations.

3. Enter your child's date of birth to discover the key steps to joining us. The entry points correspond to different year groups and registration processes. Your child can join us at any time if there is a place available in their year group. Explore each entry point to understand the joining process for your year group.

4. When a place is available, your child can join at any time. The joining process is guided by the selected entry point and may vary by year group. Explore each entry point to understand the specific steps required for your year group.

5. The Admissions Team will follow up to discuss next steps and ongoing communications. After you engage with a Open Day, personal tour, or prospectus request, the team will be in contact to discuss next steps and answer questions.

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FAQs

What curriculum does The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School follow?

What are the tuition fees at The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School?

Annual tuition fees range from GBP 20,640 to GBP 20,640 depending on the year group. **Application fees** - No separate application, registration, acceptance deposit, or non‑refundable application fee is published in the school's Sched

What age range does The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School serve?

The school serves students aged 3 to 18. Ages 11 to 18; secondary and sixth form

Where is The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School located?

Does The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School provide SEN support?

Not specified on the provided pages.

What wellbeing support does The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School offer?

The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School emphasizes enquiry, critical thinking and international mindedness within its IB framework, guided by values such as cohesion, inclusivity, compassion and collaboration.

What sports facilities does The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School have?

The Chalfonts offers sport including swimming, volleyball, basketball, cross country running, football, climbing, cricket, hockey, tennis, badminton and athletics. An extensive extra-curricular sports programme uses facilities on site and at local venues. The school plans to create new sports facili

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What type of school is The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School?

The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School is a Co-educational school with 146 students. Independent Grammar School

What languages are taught at The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School?

French and Spanish are taught via the communicative approach in Language Acquisition. Language and Literature is studied within the IB Programme. Students learn and practice both languages through interaction with each other and the teacher, studying French and Spanish works, including literature in

What extracurricular activities are available?

The school offers a wide range of arts and creative clubs, including Art, Drama, Choir/Close Harmony, Dance, Film, Photography, Debating, Digital Journalism/Writing and Gardening. Students are encouraged to propose new clubs, with ideas supported by staff. The clubs complement the academic curriculu

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