South Farnham School
URN: 136888 • Farnham GU9 8DY
Overview
- Name
- South Farnham School
- URN
- 136888
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SOUTH FARNHAM EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 73.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Esther Franks (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01252716155
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Menin Way, Farnham GU9 8DY
Summary
South Farnham School is a mixed primary academy located in Farnham, Surrey, accommodating 847 pupils across its two sites: the Bourne site for infants and the Menin Way site for juniors. The school aims to provide a high-quality education, fostering a love of learning while prioritising the wellbeing of each child. The school’s ethos is built on the belief that children must feel safe, happy, and valued to reach their full potential.
The junior site offers a range of facilities, including five libraries, a music block, and extensive outdoor play areas. The infant site features modern classrooms, a library, and an outdoor heated swimming pool. Both sites are equipped to support a diverse curriculum, with a strong emphasis on pastoral care and support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
South Farnham School has a history of educational excellence, having been designated a Beacon School and a National Support School. The school maintains close ties with Weydon Secondary School, ensuring continuity in education for its pupils as they transition to secondary education.
The junior site offers a range of facilities, including five libraries, a music block, and extensive outdoor play areas. The infant site features modern classrooms, a library, and an outdoor heated swimming pool. Both sites are equipped to support a diverse curriculum, with a strong emphasis on pastoral care and support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
South Farnham School has a history of educational excellence, having been designated a Beacon School and a National Support School. The school maintains close ties with Weydon Secondary School, ensuring continuity in education for its pupils as they transition to secondary education.
Useful links
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Junior Calendar (calendar)
- Infant Calendar (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- News & Events App (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Surrey
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SOUTH FARNHAM EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Capacity
- 724
- Pupils
- 847
- Boys
- 453
- Girls
- 394
- FSM %
- 1.50
- Open date
- 2011-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Surrey
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 847 | 453 | 394 | 724 | 1.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 846 | 451 | 395 | 724 | 2.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 841 | 436 | 405 | 724 | 2.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 841 | 436 | 405 | 724 | 2.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 847 | 426 | 421 | 724 | 2.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 848 | 426 | 422 | 724 | 2.60 |
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