Pond Meadow School
URN: 141533 • Guildford GU1 1DR
Overview
- Name
- Pond Meadow School
- URN
- 141533
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- POND MEADOW ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 67.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emily Hayward (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01483532239
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Larch Avenue, Guildford GU1 1DR
Summary
Pond Meadow School, located in Guildford, Surrey, is an outstanding mixed academy special converter catering to 154 pupils, with a capacity of 105. The school is dedicated to equipping learners for life through a curriculum tailored to meet the diverse needs of students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The core values of Learning, Respect, Equality, and Independence guide the school's approach, ensuring that every pupil is supported in their academic and personal development.
The school places a strong emphasis on fostering independence and life skills, preparing students for their future beyond the classroom. Staff members are committed to high expectations and work collaboratively to create an inclusive environment that promotes confidence and kindness among students. Additionally, the school integrates therapeutic support, including therapy dogs, to enhance the emotional well-being of pupils.
Community engagement is also a priority at Pond Meadow School, with various initiatives and events that encourage participation and awareness, such as fundraising activities for genetic conditions. The school’s ethos reflects a commitment to providing meaningful opportunities for all students, ensuring they thrive both academically and socially.
The school places a strong emphasis on fostering independence and life skills, preparing students for their future beyond the classroom. Staff members are committed to high expectations and work collaboratively to create an inclusive environment that promotes confidence and kindness among students. Additionally, the school integrates therapeutic support, including therapy dogs, to enhance the emotional well-being of pupils.
Community engagement is also a priority at Pond Meadow School, with various initiatives and events that encourage participation and awareness, such as fundraising activities for genetic conditions. The school’s ethos reflects a commitment to providing meaningful opportunities for all students, ensuring they thrive both academically and socially.
Useful links
- Our Governance (governance)
- #send (sen)
- #sendteacher (sen)
- Secondary School Sensory Curriculum (sen)
- SEND Information (sen)
- EYFS and Primary Sensory Curriculum (sen)
- SEND support services for parents/carers (sen)
- School Calendar (What's On) (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- The Hope Service (68.2)
- Wey Valley College (63.5)
- Wey Valley College (61.8)
- Arun Court (61.3)
- Gosden House School (59.1)
Key details
- LA
- Surrey
- Age range
- 2 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- POND MEADOW ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 105
- Pupils
- 154
- Boys
- 108
- Girls
- 46
- FSM %
- 39.60
- Open date
- 2014-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Surrey
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 154 | 108 | 46 | 105 | 39.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 146 | 104 | 42 | 105 | 34.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 151 | 115 | 36 | 105 | 24.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 151 | 115 | 36 | 105 | 24.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 150 | 114 | 36 | 105 | 18.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 134 | 104 | 30 | 105 | 20.30 |
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