Cove School
URN: 116446 • Farnborough GU14 9RN
Overview
- Name
- Cove School
- URN
- 116446
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Andrew King (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01252542397
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- St John's Road, Farnborough GU14 9RN
Summary
      Cove School, located in Farnborough, Hampshire, is a mixed foundation secondary school with a current enrolment of 1,010 students and a capacity of 1,050. The school is committed to providing a supportive and enriching learning environment that fosters academic excellence and personal development. Under the leadership of Headteacher Dr Andrew King, Cove School aims to cultivate mature, self-confident, and well-rounded individuals.
The school offers a diverse curriculum designed to engage students and prepare them for future challenges. Recent initiatives include interactive sessions with authors and educational trips, such as a visit to Farnborough International Airport, which expose students to various career opportunities. Cove School also encourages participation in extracurricular activities, including performances and reading awards, promoting a vibrant school community.
With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (27.3%), Cove School prioritises inclusivity and support for all learners. The school actively seeks to involve parents and the wider community, exemplified by their open mornings and recruitment for support staff, ensuring a collaborative approach to education. For more information, visit their website at http://www.coveschool.uk.
      The school offers a diverse curriculum designed to engage students and prepare them for future challenges. Recent initiatives include interactive sessions with authors and educational trips, such as a visit to Farnborough International Airport, which expose students to various career opportunities. Cove School also encourages participation in extracurricular activities, including performances and reading awards, promoting a vibrant school community.
With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (27.3%), Cove School prioritises inclusivity and support for all learners. The school actively seeks to involve parents and the wider community, exemplified by their open mornings and recruitment for support staff, ensuring a collaborative approach to education. For more information, visit their website at http://www.coveschool.uk.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Seneca (sen)
- Report Student Absence (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- 16 Oct Year 8 - Par (calendar)
- 27 Oct Half Term (calendar)
- Ofsted (download)
- Policies (other)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Wavell School (60.2)
- Oak Farm Community School (45.2)
- Bohunt Farnborough (34.7)
- Fernhill School (29.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1010 | 488 | 522 | 1050 | 27.30 | 
| 2024-09-11 | 979 | 482 | 497 | 1001 | 25.70 | 
| 2023-09-11 | 883 | 446 | 437 | 1001 | 19.60 | 
| 2022-09-11 | 883 | 446 | 437 | 1001 | 19.60 | 
| 2021-09-11 | 892 | 440 | 452 | 1001 | 18.30 | 
| 2020-09-11 | 943 | 466 | 477 | 1001 | 14.40 | 
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