St Polycarp's Catholic Primary School

URN: 147429 • Farnham GU9 8BQ

Overview

Name
St Polycarp's Catholic Primary School
URN
147429
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
XAVIER CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
49.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paula Best (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01252716307
Website
Visit
Address
Waverley Lane, Farnham GU9 8BQ

Summary

St Polycarp's Catholic Primary School, located in Farnham, Surrey, is an academy converter that serves a mixed-gender population of 419 pupils, with a capacity of 420. The school is part of the Xavier Catholic Education Trust and is committed to fostering a nurturing environment rooted in Gospel values. It welcomes families of all faiths and backgrounds, promoting a community ethos that encourages respect, tolerance, and positive relationships.

The school's mission emphasizes holistic development, focusing on academic, spiritual, and social growth. St Polycarp's aims to inspire children to become confident and compassionate learners through a curriculum that promotes creativity and independence. British Values are integrated into school life, ensuring pupils understand democracy and the importance of their voices in decision-making processes.

St Polycarp's is dedicated to supporting each child's unique potential and offers various pupil voice groups, including a School Council and Wellbeing Leaders, to engage students in shaping their school environment. The school is conveniently located near Farnham town centre, making it accessible for families in the local community.

Key details

LA
Surrey
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
XAVIER CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
419
Boys
201
Girls
218
FSM %
9.50
Open date
2019-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 419 201 218 420 9.50
2024-09-11 415 205 210 420 9.20
2023-09-11 421 223 198 420 5.00
2022-09-11 421 223 198 420 5.00
2021-09-11 419 216 203 420 4.80
2020-09-11 408 210 198 420 1.70

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