Camelsdale Primary School
URN: 125821 • Haslemere GU27 3RN
Overview
- Name
- Camelsdale Primary School
- URN
- 125821
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Palmer (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01428642177
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- School Road, Haslemere GU27 3RN
Summary
Camelsdale Primary School, located in Haslemere, West Sussex, is a community school established in 1904, making it the oldest County Council School in the area. With a current enrolment of 213 pupils, the school has a capacity of 210, reflecting its commitment to maintaining a close-knit, family-oriented environment. The school prides itself on fostering a caring atmosphere that promotes exciting learning experiences, both indoors and outdoors, including a unique “Wild School” programme that utilises the nearby South Downs National Park.
The ethos of Camelsdale Primary revolves around nurturing focused, independent, and responsible learners who are prepared for the challenges of an ever-changing world. The curriculum is designed to encourage creativity, resilience, and resourcefulness, with a strong emphasis on good behaviour and respect. The school also values inclusivity and celebrates diversity, ensuring that all children feel supported and engaged throughout their learning journey.
Camelsdale Primary actively involves parents and the wider community in the educational process, enhancing learning through trips, events, and international links. The school offers a well-rounded education that includes a focus on the arts, sports, and foreign languages, alongside providing nutritious meals through Humphreys Café.
The ethos of Camelsdale Primary revolves around nurturing focused, independent, and responsible learners who are prepared for the challenges of an ever-changing world. The curriculum is designed to encourage creativity, resilience, and resourcefulness, with a strong emphasis on good behaviour and respect. The school also values inclusivity and celebrates diversity, ensuring that all children feel supported and engaged throughout their learning journey.
Camelsdale Primary actively involves parents and the wider community in the educational process, enhancing learning through trips, events, and international links. The school offers a well-rounded education that includes a focus on the arts, sports, and foreign languages, alongside providing nutritious meals through Humphreys Café.
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Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 213
- Boys
- 114
- Girls
- 99
- FSM %
- 3.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-04-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Surrey
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 213 | 114 | 99 | 210 | 3.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 218 | 113 | 105 | 210 | 2.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 211 | 104 | 107 | 210 | 3.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 211 | 104 | 107 | 210 | 3.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 208 | 106 | 102 | 210 | 2.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 210 | 106 | 104 | 210 | 1.40 |
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