Tomlinscote School
URN: 140117 • Camberley GU16 8PY
Overview
- Name
- Tomlinscote School
- URN
- 140117
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE PROSPECT TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 77.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Robert Major (since 2025) , Executive Principal
- Telephone
- 01276709050
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Tomlinscote Way, Camberley GU16 8PY
Summary
Tomlinscote School, located in Camberley, Surrey, is a mixed secondary academy that caters to 1,502 students aged 11 to 16. Established in 1970 as Surrey's first purpose-built comprehensive school, it has built a strong reputation for academic excellence and high standards. The school emphasizes a supportive environment where students are encouraged to take pride in their appearance and work ethic, fostering a sense of community and responsibility.
The curriculum at Tomlinscote is designed to ensure that all students make excellent progress, with recent GCSE results highlighting that 82% achieved Grades 9-4 in English and Maths. The school integrates technology into learning, providing each student with an iPad to enhance their educational experience. Additionally, international themes are woven throughout the curriculum, and students benefit from work experience and one-on-one careers guidance.
Tomlinscote School is part of The Prospect Trust, which strengthens its connections with other educational institutions, enhancing opportunities for collaboration and development. The school prides itself on creating a caring environment where every student can realize their potential and prepare for future success.
The curriculum at Tomlinscote is designed to ensure that all students make excellent progress, with recent GCSE results highlighting that 82% achieved Grades 9-4 in English and Maths. The school integrates technology into learning, providing each student with an iPad to enhance their educational experience. Additionally, international themes are woven throughout the curriculum, and students benefit from work experience and one-on-one careers guidance.
Tomlinscote School is part of The Prospect Trust, which strengthens its connections with other educational institutions, enhancing opportunities for collaboration and development. The school prides itself on creating a caring environment where every student can realize their potential and prepare for future success.
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Nearby alternatives
- Tomlinscote School and Sixth Form College (70.2)
- Collingwood College (59.3)
- Kings International College (56.6)
- Collingwood College (45.2)
- France Hill School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Surrey
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE PROSPECT TRUST
- Capacity
- 1500
- Pupils
- 1502
- Boys
- 752
- Girls
- 750
- FSM %
- 6.90
- Open date
- 2013-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Surrey
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1502 | 752 | 750 | 1500 | 6.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1507 | 742 | 765 | 1500 | 6.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1480 | 726 | 754 | 1500 | 5.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1480 | 726 | 754 | 1500 | 5.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1433 | 721 | 712 | 1500 | 4.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1479 | 782 | 697 | 1500 | 3.70 |
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