How many pupils does South Farnham School have?

South Farnham School has 847 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.

What is South Farnham School's Ofsted rating?

South Farnham School was rated Outstanding at its most recent Ofsted inspection (8 May 2024).

How does South Farnham School perform at Key Stage 2 (SATs)?

100% of pupils at South Farnham School met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Key Stage 2.

Is South Farnham School part of an academy trust?

Yes — South Farnham School is part of SOUTH FARNHAM EDUCATIONAL TRUST.

Where is South Farnham School?

South Farnham School is located at Menin Way, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 8DY.

South Farnham School

Menin Way, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 8DY

Outstanding

Inspected 8 May 2024

Outstanding

Ofsted

100%

KS2 expected

Primary

Phase

4–11

Ages

847

Pupils

Mixed

Gender

Academy converter

Type

About South Farnham School

South Farnham School is an academy converter in Farnham, Surrey, England, for pupils aged 4–11. It has 847 pupils on roll. It is part of SOUTH FARNHAM EDUCATIONAL TRUST. Its most recent Ofsted inspection (8 May 2024) rated it Outstanding. At the end of Key Stage 2, 100% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths. 1.9% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 7.1% have English as an additional language.

School Information

Local Authority: Surrey →
School Type: Academy converter
Phase: Primary
Age Range: Ages 4–11
Gender: Mixed
Pupils / Capacity: 847 / 724 (117%) · over capacity
Nursery: No Nursery Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Last Ofsted Inspection: 8 May 2024

Pupil profile

2023/24

Who attends this school — useful context if you’re considering teaching here.

1.9%

Free school meals

7.1%

EAL

1.3%

SEN support

9.9%

EHC plan

Source: DfE School Census, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Results & performance

2023/24

Official Department for Education results, pupil destinations and attendance.

SATs results (Key Stage 2)

100%

Expected standard (RWM)

63%

Higher standard (RWM)

113

Avg reading score

114

Avg maths score

Attendance

3.3%

Overall absence

3.1%

Persistent absence

Source: Department for Education performance tables, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Some independent schools’ qualifications (e.g. IGCSEs) are not all reflected in these figures.

Workforce

2024/25

Staffing at this school, with the trend over recent years — useful if you’re considering working here.

45.57

Teachers (FTE)

↓ -4.0 vs 2023/24

Pupils per teacher

↑ +1.6 vs 2023/24

23.17

Teaching assistants (FTE)

↑ +1.8 vs 2023/24

£47,695

Avg teacher salary

Mean · 7% on leadership pay

↑ +£488 vs 2023/24

Teacher vacancies

0% rate

→ 0 vs 2023/24

Leadership (FTE)

↓ -5.0 vs 2023/24

Data for the 2024/25 academic year (trend lines show 3 years). Source: DfE School Workforce Census, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. State-funded schools only.

School finances

2024-25

How this school is funded and where the money goes — per pupil.

£8,965

Spend per pupil

£10,307

Income per pupil

48%

Spent on teaching staff

Source: DfE school finance returns (CFR for council-maintained schools, AAR for academies), 2024-25, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Per-pupil figures are calculated from total income/expenditure.

Contact Details

Address: Menin Way, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 8DY
Phone: 01252716155
Headteacher: Esther Franks
Website: http://www.south-farnham.surrey.sch.uk

Academy Trust

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Frequently asked questions

What type of school is South Farnham School?: South Farnham School is an academy converter in Farnham, Surrey, England, for pupils aged 4–11.
How many pupils does South Farnham School have?: South Farnham School has 847 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.
What is South Farnham School's Ofsted rating?: South Farnham School was rated Outstanding at its most recent Ofsted inspection (8 May 2024).
How does South Farnham School perform at Key Stage 2 (SATs)?: 100% of pupils at South Farnham School met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Key Stage 2.
Is South Farnham School part of an academy trust?: Yes — South Farnham School is part of SOUTH FARNHAM EDUCATIONAL TRUST.
Where is South Farnham School?: South Farnham School is located at Menin Way, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 8DY.

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