Christ's College, Guildford
88%
Capacity
668
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Christ's College, Guildford
Christ's College, Guildford is a state-funded Church of England secondary school serving the Guildford community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 668 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 757 places).
Ofsted has rated Christ's College, Guildford "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matthew Goulborn, it falls under Surrey local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.01 is above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is solid at 47.9. Additionally, ranked 1493rd out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 6 in Guildford.
Christ's College, Guildford is a popular choice with families — it received 245 applications for 165 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 78 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Christ's College, Guildford include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Astro Turf, Dining Hall, Swimming Pool, Library, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Theatre, Tennis Courts, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rugby, Swimming, Basketball and 5 more, as well as clubs including Model UN, Orchestra, Choir, DofE and 5 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.1%, which is close to the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Guildford, Christ's College, Guildford is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Larch Avenue, Guildford, Guildford, GU1 1JY |
| Headteacher | Matthew Goulborn |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Number of Pupils | 668 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.1% |
| School Capacity | 668 / 757 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.01)
1493rd of 3,141
Nationally
229th of 461
In South East
5th of 6
In Guildford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make similar progress to students nationally with the same starting point
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
13Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
18Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed165
245
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
78 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Christ's College, Guildford
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Ofsted Ratings Explained
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Understanding Progress 8
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Larch Avenue, Guildford
Guildford, GU1 1JY
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