An adventure for today
An education for tomorrow
School, education, childhood is not just a journey to an imagined and hoped for future. It is an adventure your child is living right now.
It happens so fast, itโs over so quickly, it matters so much. Thatโs why itโs our job as educators to make school, education, childhood, an inspiring, enriching and rewarding experience - right when it is actually happening. Not just a set of key stages to grind through to a hoped for end.
At Akeley Wood School, we help your child discover their talents and interests. Help them grow their character. Develop courage and responsibility. And discover their place in the world.
In an inspiring, nurturing, open and inquisitive environment...
...with the very best facilities, diverse curriculum and supportive teachers. We set your child up to achieve their very best, both personally and academically. To go on out there into the wider world as an interested and interesting person. With the skills, knowledge and results they need to fulfil their dreams. Drawing on a childhood full of joy, curiosity and adventure.
Because a wondrous childhood makes for a wonderful life.
We believe your childโs today matters as much as their tomorrow. So at Akeley Wood we make education an adventure. Something remarkable, memorable and valuable forever.
We shape the interested and interesting people the world needs. Universities, employers - society as a whole โ needs curious, independent thinkers, full of courage and responsibility. Our aim is to shape these people.
Location and Facilities
Explore our three idyllic campuses
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.
Each site is an inspirational learning environment for our students at different stages, from early curiosity to senior academic readiness and sixth form independence.
This thoughtful design and our commitment to personalised learning ensure that students at Akeley Wood thrive, both academically and socially, in a nurturing and supportive environment.
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
Begin your Akeley Wood School journey.
1 - 4 years old
4 - 5 years old
5 - 11 yrs old
11 - 16 yrs old
16 - 18 yrs old
Straightforward and simple
Discover. Grow. Achieve. At Akeley Wood.
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Big smiles, boundless energy and lots of funโour Pre-School children are loving their PE sessions with our fantastic sports coaches!
From teamwork games to building confidence through movement, every moment is filled with joy and discovery.
We are so excited to see many of these children take their next step and join our Reception class in September 2026โready to grow, achieve and shine.
If your child would like to be part of the journey, make new friends and experience the magic of Akeley, we would love to welcome you to join our Stay and Play session on 15th May.
Come and discover what makes Akeley so special.
Book now: akeleywoodschool.co.uk/book-an-event/
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Today is a BIG day in many households as Primary School placements are allocated for this September.
We truly believe that every child deserves a school that is the best fit for them. The place where they will be nurtured in an environment that gives them the courage to grow, to try new things, to find their passions and achieve.
If you would like to speak to a member of our Admissions team about September places in our Junior School, we are here to help.
Call 01280 828 122, email admission@akleywoodschool.co.uk or DM us directly with your questions.
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With school offers being released this Thursday, we know many families will be carefully considering their next steps.
As you explore your options, we warmly invite you to experience Akeley Wood in a beautiful and personal setting:
โข Reception Stay & Play โ Friday 17 April
โข Junior School Breakfast with the Head โ Tuesday 21 April
These events offer a wonderful opportunity to explore our dedicated Reception space, meet our team, see the school in action and get a genuine feel for whether itโs the right place for your child to grow, discover and thrive.
Book your place today: akeleywoodschool.co.uk/book-an-event/
Join us for our upcoming ๐๐๐๐๐ฉ๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐ญ๐๐ฒ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ฒ at Akeley Wood Junior School โ a first glimpse into a world of discovery, confidence and joyโฆ ๐ฟโจ
Children are invited to explore our classroom and outdoor spaces through play-based activities, giving them the freedom to discover, create and begin to feel at home. Itโs a wonderful opportunity to see how quickly confidence grows as curiosity takes the lead and new friendships begin to form.
At the same time, parents can spend time with our experienced team, ask questions and gain a clear understanding of the Reception journey โ from those first days in school through to becoming confident, independent learners.
These sessions are designed to be gentle and informal, offering a feel for a typical day and the nurturing environment that underpins what we call genius and joy.
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Friday 17 April
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๐ Book your place today: akeleywoodschool.co.uk/book-an-event/
Come and see how every child is encouraged to discover their potential and shine.
Easter at Akeley Wood Junior School was a wonderful celebration of creativity, community and childhood joy.
From the incredible entries in our Great Akeley Easter Bake Off โ where pupils from Reception to Year 6 amazed us with their imagination and effort โ to the now much-loved Easter Bonnet Parade, there was a real sense of fun and pride across the school.
The festivities continued with a fantastic Easter Egg Hunt, complete with bouncy castles, sport and even a special visit from the Easter Bunny.
A huge thank you to our Friends of Akeley Wood School for creating such a memorable event, and to our families for the support (and no doubt a few chocolate-covered kitchens along the way).
Moments like these capture what makes our Junior School so special, a community where children are encouraged to take part, be creative and enjoy every step of their journey.
Happy Easter to all who celebrate!
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A week on from our Junior School Awards Ceremony, itโs still a moment weโre reflecting on with great pride.
As Mrs Hunter, Head of Junior School, shared, these celebrations are a true highlight of the year โ recognising not only academic achievement, but success across Forest School, Cookery, Sport, Design Technology and our Akeley Values.
Itโs an opportunity to celebrate the whole child, where every pupil has the chance to be recognised and to feel proud of what they have achieved.
Watching pupils step onto the stage, realising their moment has arrived, is something quite special โ a moment of confidence, joy and well-earned recognition that stays with them long after the applause.
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What a Friday afternoon in the Music Department!
Last week we welcomed the brilliant team from On the Decks โ a local Buckingham business โ to run a hands-on DJ and music technology workshop with our students. From beat-making to live mixing, they got stuck in with real equipment guided by professionals.
We were also delighted to welcome Callum Anderson, MP for Buckingham and Bletchley, who came to see the session in action and show his support for creative education in local schools.
This is what we mean when we say we bring the world into the classroom. Huge thanks to On the Decks and to Callum for making it such a special afternoon.
Curious about life at Akeley Wood? Come and see us โ akeleywoodschool.co.uk/book-an-event
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A great atmosphere, all smiles here๐๐
#AW6 open evening ๐
