Guildford County School

URN: 139193 • Guildford GU2 4LU

Overview

Name
Guildford County School
URN
139193
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
LEARNING PARTNERS ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
73.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Steve Smith (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01483504089
Website
Visit
Address
Farnham Road, Guildford GU2 4LU

Summary

Guildford County School is a mixed secondary academy located in Guildford, Surrey, with a current enrolment of 1,190 students, slightly above its capacity of 1,187. The school prides itself on being high-achieving and oversubscribed, offering a broad and progressive academic curriculum alongside a strong emphasis on music, sport, and various co-curricular activities.

The school actively engages with parents and the community, hosting events such as the Year 7 Information Evening and the Sixth Form Open Evening, providing opportunities for families to learn about the school’s offerings and successes. Recent academic results have been impressive, with a significant proportion of students achieving top grades at both GCSE and A Level, reflecting the dedication of both staff and students.

Guildford County School is committed to fostering a supportive environment where students can thrive academically and personally. The school values strong relationships among students, staff, and the wider community, ensuring that every student is encouraged to reach their full potential.

Key details

LA
Surrey
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
LEARNING PARTNERS ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1187
Pupils
1190
Boys
612
Girls
578
FSM %
8.30
Open date
2013-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1190 612 578 1187 8.30
2024-09-11 1218 635 583 1187 8.40
2023-09-11 1192 618 574 1187 7.20
2022-09-11 1192 618 574 1187 7.20
2021-09-11 1147 589 558 1187 6.30
2020-09-11 1158 606 552 1187 6.40

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