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Welcome to Akeley Wood School

Akeley Wood School is a vibrant, co-educational day school for children aged 1 to 18, set across three beautiful campuses in Buckinghamshire and Northamptonshire.

We pride ourselves on nurturing individuality, encouraging every child to explore their passions and providing an inspiring education that balances academic excellence with exceptional opportunities beyond the classroom.

Be You. Brilliantly.

At Akeley Wood School, our mission is to provide an inspiring, inclusive education that nurtures individuality while fostering academic and personal excellence.

Guided by our core values of Kindness, Respect, Charity and Community, and underpinned by our Learner Habits, we help students become independent thinkers, resilient problem-solvers and compassionate leaders.

Through our ethos, “Be You. Brilliantly.” we celebrate each child’s unique potential, empowering them to grow confidently and thrive in all areas of life.

Meet our Executive Head Teacher

"Akeley Wood is a nurturing and exciting school where whatever your age, from our youngest ladybirds at 12 months to our Y13 students taking their A level exams and heading off to their next adventure, you can 'Be You. Brilliantly'.

Our education experience encourages our students to aspire to be the very best version of themselves, with the courage and integrity alongside the responsibility, resilience and academic profile to be successful not only at our school but in whatever next steps in their education or work adventure they want to take when they leave us.

Akeley Wood is a wonderful school to work in and I feel privileged to lead such a fantastic school, dedicated staff team and amazing students."


- Mrs Vanessa Conlan, Executive Head Teacher

Akeley Wood School: 'The Door'

Our bespoke video, The Door, was filmed completely on our grounds and captures the essence of life at Akeley Wood—a community where students are empowered to grow, collaborate and thrive. We hope you are inspired to imagine the possibilities that await behind every door at our school!

The Door to a Brilliant Future

Location and Facilities

Explore our three idyllic campuses.

Our Senior School and Sixth Form campuses are set close to each other just a few miles north of the town of Buckingham in the rural heart of the county, while our Junior School campus is just a fifteen minute drive away on the Northamptonshire and Buckinghamshire border. We have a large network of bus routes spanning 25 miles and three counties, as well as a shuttle bus service between sites for families with siblings across multiple campuses.

Each of the three sites are full of character with their own historic significance. The grand buildings have been adapted and equipped for a modern 21st century education with up to date classrooms and facilities to offer the very best environment in which to learn and flourish. The grounds offer excellent sports facilities, outdoor learning areas and big wide open green spaces in which to roam - something many of our students say they really value.

We fell in love with it immediately – the sweeping driveway through fields on either side to a beautiful building that was once an 18th century country house. The playing fields overlook countryside, and not a car in sight.

– Akeley Wood Parent

Join us for an Open Event

From whole school open mornings to an Akeley Breakfast and Tour, there are opportunities throughout the year to visit us onsite and discover what an Akeley education has to offer.

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🥇Huge congratulations to our U16 Football Team for achieving 1st Place at the ISA tournament on Friday!  We’re thrilled to share a special summary of the event from Daniel, the team captain:

'We started off very strong defensively and in the attacking area. We were flying through the group stages and managed to tie our group at 1st. The defence was unstoppable, conceding no goals throughout the entire tournament. Toby and Jude keeping the back line strong and making sure everyone was doing their job on the pitch to the fullest. For the boys who were on the bench and came on throughout the matches made a massive impact towards the team. Mr Rolfe was a huge help guiding the team through the stages of the tournament by giving us key tactics. 

We managed to work our way to the final. This is what we had been waiting for all day. We had one last game and in the last few seconds Jude has passed a lovely ball to Lucas which then led Lucas to pass to me. I took the ball down the line, passed a few players and crossed it in. Will managed to perfectly slot the ball past the keeper and we all celebrated like we had just won the world cup! The football played that day was at a very high standard from the whole team.'

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🎶 Akeley Voices Soar at Young Voices! 🎤

What an unforgettable day at the NEC Birmingham as our Junior School students joined 5,504 children in one of the largest school choirs in the world! 💫

The afternoon was filled with rehearsals, music, and excitement as the children prepared for the evening concert. Wearing their Young Voices t-shirts and waving torches, they sang and danced their hearts out in a breathtaking performance that truly celebrated the joy of collaboration and music.

✨ Highlights included:
🎵 Singing with thousands of voices in perfect harmony.
🎵 The rave section (a favorite with kids and adults alike!).
🎵 Special guest artists who added even more magic to the event.

A huge thank you to the families who made the trip to Birmingham to cheer on our talented singers—you made the event even more memorable. The energy and excitement from our students were simply electric!

Young Voices is a testament to how music brings us together, building confidence, teamwork, and lifelong memories. 🎶

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🌟 Celebrating Success: Gracie’s Tennis Triumph! 🎾

We’re delighted to spotlight Gracie, one of our talented Year 7 students, for her outstanding performance in the Shrewsbury U12 Grade 3 Girls Doubles Tournament. After a challenging first match—down 4-3, 3-1, and 30-love—Gracie and her partner displayed incredible resilience, battling back to win three tiebreaks and claim a well-earned victory in the finals. This achievement followed Gracie’s remarkable performance in the singles matches the day before, securing three match wins! 

At Akeley Wood School, we celebrate our students when they embody our school's core values and learner habits. Gracie’s journey is a testament to the courage and excellence we nurture in our community. Congratulations, Gracie—what an inspiring achievement!

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📣 Fridays are for discovery! At Akeley Wood, our bespoke Enriched Curricular Activities give students a chance to explore passions and unwind in creative ways. This week, we’re spotlighting golf 🏌️‍♂️ – where focus, fun, and skill-building meet.

Want to know more about how our students thrive inside and outside the classroom? Register for an open event today! https://www.akeleywoodschool.co.uk/book-an-event/

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𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 & 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐭 𝐀𝐤𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐲 𝐖𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 
Considering a place for Reception 2025? Bring your little one along to explore, play and discover the joy of learning in our Reception environment!

📅 Date: January 21st
⏰ Time: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

✨ A perfect opportunity to meet our wonderful team, see our facilities, and get a feel for the supportive, nurturing environment your child will thrive in.

Spaces are limited, so register now!

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𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝟑 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠!

Join us for a fun-filled morning of exploration and learning designed especially for prospective Year 3 students. Register to experience a taste of the breadth of our specialist teaching.

📅 Date: January 21st
⏰ Time: 9 AM - 12 PM

✨ Don’t miss this opportunity to see how we inspire and challenge young minds. Register now to secure your spot!

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Begin your Akeley Wood School journey.

From Nursery to Sixth Form, Akeley Wood School will nurture and develop individual talent while providing an exceptional academic foundation.
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