Burnham Grammar School facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Burnham Grammar School |
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Hogfair Lane
Burnham
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| Coordinates | 51°31′56″N 0°39′08″W / 51.5323°N 0.6522°W |
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| Type | Academy Grammar School |
| Motto | Embracing Challenge |
| Established | 1960 |
| Local authority | Academy |
| Specialist | Science, maths and languages |
| Department for Education URN | 137564 Tables |
| Ofsted | Reports |
| Headteacher | Andrew J Gillespie |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Age | 11 to 18 |
| Enrolment | 1247 |
| Houses | Winton Roosevelt King Ali |
| Colour(s) | Yellow, red, blue and green (respectively) |
Burnham Grammar School (BGS) is a school in Burnham, Buckinghamshire, England. It is a grammar school, which means students usually take an exam to get in. The school is also co-educational, welcoming both boys and girls.
In October 2011, Burnham Grammar School became an academy. This means it gets funding directly from the government. It also has more freedom in how it runs. The school teaches students from ages 11 to 18. About 1250 students attended the school in the 2021/2022 school year.
Specialist School Status
In September 2004, the Department for Education and Skills (DfES) gave the school a special title. It became a specialist school for science. This meant it got extra funding to focus on science subjects. Later, it also became a specialist school for maths and languages.
School Leadership and Structure
The current headteacher of Burnham Grammar School is Andrew Gillespie. He became headteacher in January 2008. Before that, he was a science teacher at the school.
The school uses a "vertical tutoring system." This means that tutor groups have students from different age groups. For example, a tutor group might have students from Year 7 all the way up to Year 13. This helps older students mentor younger ones. It also creates a stronger sense of community.
Famous People Who Attended BGS
Many people who went to Burnham Grammar School have become well-known. Here are a few examples:
- Mike Ashley: He is a successful businessman.
- Jimmy Carr: He is a popular comedian.
- Tracey Ullman: She is a talented actress, comedian, and writer.
