Potters Gate CofE Primary School

URN: 145278 • Farnham GU9 7BB

Overview

Name
Potters Gate CofE Primary School
URN
145278
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE GOOD SHEPHERD TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jayne Venables (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01252715619
Website
Visit
Address
Potters Gate, Farnham GU9 7BB

Summary

Potters Gate CofE Primary School, located in Farnham, Surrey, is a mixed academy converter with a capacity of 540 pupils and currently serves 542 students. The school operates under a Christian ethos, promoting values such as Fellowship, Justice, Resilience, and Trust, which are integrated into all aspects of school life. Strong links with the Parish Church of Saint Andrew's enhance the school’s commitment to fostering a supportive community for families of diverse backgrounds.

The school collaborates closely with St. Andrew’s Infant School under an executive leadership model, ensuring a seamless educational experience for children as they transition between the two institutions. The curriculum is designed to encourage curiosity and a love for learning, with a strong emphasis on history and cultural diversity, exemplified through engaging activities like Victorian Day and visits to local museums.

Potters Gate is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students, with a strong focus on creating a nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and socially. Open days for prospective parents are scheduled for September and October 2025, providing opportunities to learn more about the school community.

Key details

LA
Surrey
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE GOOD SHEPHERD TRUST
Capacity
540
Pupils
542
Boys
274
Girls
268
FSM %
10.90
Open date
2017-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-11-10
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 542 274 268 540 10.90
2024-09-11 538 287 251 540 11.70
2023-09-11 504 272 232 540 13.90
2022-09-11 504 272 232 510 13.90
2021-09-11 459 240 219 420 11.10
2020-09-11 450 235 215 420 8.20

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