Frieth Church of England Combined School
106%
Capacity
157
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Frieth Church of England Combined School
Frieth Church of England Combined School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 157 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 148 places).
Ofsted has rated Frieth Church of England Combined School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Martin Gosling, it falls under Buckinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 94% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 111th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 137 in Buckinghamshire.
Frieth Church of England Combined School is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 30 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Frieth Church of England Combined School include Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Netball, Dance, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, Frieth Church of England Combined School 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 | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Frieth Church of England Combined School, Henley-on-Thames, Buckinghamshire, RG9 6PR |
| Headteacher | Martin Gosling |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 157 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.1% |
| School Capacity | 157 / 148 (106% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Apr 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 8 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (94%)
111th of 13,686
Nationally
13th of 2,034
In South East
2nd of 137
In Buckinghamshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
94%
Expected Standard
24%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
94%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Frieth Church of England Combined School, Henley-on-Thames
Buckinghamshire, RG9 6PR
Frieth Church of England Combined School, Henley-on-Thames
Buckinghamshire, RG9 6PR
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