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Chiltern Way Academy
Aylesbury·South East·Special School
All-throughSpecial SchoolAges 4–19Co-edDoes not apply
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In terms of academic performance, Chiltern Way Academy has a Progress 8 score of -2.96 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 1.1, 0% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths.
The school has 285 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 88.3%, 51% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 20.6%.
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Chiltern Way Academy has a Progress 8 score of -2.96, which is below the national average of 0. Progress 8 measures how much progress students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to students with similar starting points nationally.
The school's Attainment 8 score is 1.1. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
25% met the expected standard in reading and 8% in maths.
Chiltern Way Academy has an overall absence rate of 20.6%. The national average for primary schools is approximately 4.0%.
The teacher turnover rate at Chiltern Way Academy is 88.3%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year. Note: this school has a very small teaching staff, so percentage changes can appear extreme.
Chiltern Way Academy has 285 pupils on roll.
51% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
100% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: May 2026
Chiltern Way Academy was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted following an inspection in September 2021 (4 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Chiltern Way Academy is overdue for reinspection.
An "Outstanding" rating means Ofsted found the quality of education, behaviour, personal development, and leadership to all be of the highest standard. Only around 18% of schools in England hold this rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Chiltern Way Academy's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
20/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
12/mo
60% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 6.1 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 6.7
Bus Stops
0
Within 500m
Nearest Station
Wendover Rail Station
1.0km away
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Special school data note
Special schools serve pupils with specific needs and follow adapted curricula. Standard exam metrics like Attainment 8 may not reflect the school's educational quality or the progress pupils actually make.
5.3
Average
/ 10
Data Score
Computed from 15 government data points. Not based on student reviews.
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.