- Originally established as a technical school in 1963, Sir Henry Floyd Grammar — named after a former Lord Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire — evolved into a selective coeducational powerhouse in Aylesbury and prides itself on not standing still. It aims to be “the grammar school of today”, equipping “the visionaries of tomorrow”.
- “Dare to try” is the mantra, and its extracurricular programme includes social sporting activities and team competitions. Links within the Insignis Academy Trust add extra facilities and training opportunities.
- Art, music and drama options are complemented by clubs ranging from teen book club, crochet and computing, to Young Enterprise and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme.
- One third of the sixth form of 440 students come to Sir Henry Floyd from other schools. They have 25 A-level subjects from which to choose and results in 2024 were strong: 39 per cent were A*/A grades and 67 per cent A*-B. More than half of leavers gained a place at a Russell Group university, including Oxford or Cambridge, or signed up to an apprenticeship.
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