Burstow Primary School

About Burstow Primary School

Burstow Primary School in Tandridge is a state primary for children aged 3 to 11 that is currently running close to full capacity, with 423 pupils against a school capacity of 446. The school serves a community with a higher-than-average proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals, at 20%, which is a significant marker of the demographic it draws from. For context, the national average for primary schools in England sits around 23%, so Burstow’s figure is slightly below that but still indicates a notable level of socio-economic diversity. Demand for places is strong: for the 2025/26 intake, the school received 58 applications for 51 places, making it officially oversubscribed. Of those, 37 families put Burstow as their first preference, and all 37 were offered a place. That oversubscription ratio of 1.14 suggests a school that local families actively seek out, though it is not so heavily oversubscribed that securing a place feels out of reach for those living nearby.

Academically, Burstow holds a Good rating from Ofsted, a grade it has maintained since its last graded inspection in 2015, with a subsequent ungraded inspection in 2019 confirming the school remains Good. The breakdown from the 2015 inspection shows Good marks for leadership and management, overall effectiveness, and early years provision, with no outstanding or inadequate categories recorded. While the data does not include specific Key Stage 2 SATs results for Burstow, the local authority average for KS2 attainment in Surrey is 66%, which provides a useful benchmark for parents comparing schools in the area. The school sits in a competitive local landscape: top-performing peers like South Farnham School and The Raleigh School rank higher on the LA’s internal scoring, but Burstow’s consistent Good rating and oversubscribed status suggest it delivers solid outcomes that local families trust. There is no sixth form, as this is a primary school, so progression to secondary will be a separate consideration.

The school offers a broad range of facilities that support both academic and personal development, including a library, music rooms, art studios, a sports hall, and an ICT suite. Notably, it has a Forest School and a sensory room, which point to a thoughtful approach to outdoor learning and SEND support. The SEND provisions listed cover specific learning difficulties like dyslexia, moderate learning difficulties, social and emotional mental health needs, speech and language communication needs, hearing impairment, and autistic spectrum disorder, making it a potentially strong fit for families whose children require additional support. Clubs include drama, science club, gardening, book club, and art club, while sports on offer range from dance and gymnastics to swimming, cricket, and tennis. With nursery provision on site, Burstow suits families looking for a single primary setting from age 3 through to Year 6, particularly those who value a well-resourced, inclusive environment with a clear demand signal from the local community.

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