Heathside Walton-on-Thames
54%
Capacity
484
Pupils
3.9x
Demand
About Heathside Walton-on-Thames
Heathside Walton-on-Thames is a state-funded None secondary school serving the Elmbridge community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 484 pupils on roll, operating at 54% capacity.
the school is led by headteacher John Clark, it falls under Surrey local authority.
Heathside Walton-on-Thames is a popular choice with families — it received 668 applications for 172 places, making it 3.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 254 were first-preference applications.
Heathside Walton-on-Thames parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (149 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Hearing Impairment and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Heathside Walton-on-Thames include Theatre, Swimming Pool, Library, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Science Labs, Sixth Form Centre, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Astro Turf, Gymnasium, Tennis Courts.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rowing, Athletics, Dance, Tennis and 6 more, as well as clubs including Model UN, Science Club, Book Club, Debate and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.6%, which is close to the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Elmbridge, Heathside Walton-on-Thames 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 | None |
| Address | Waterside Drive, Walton-on-Thames, Elmbridge, KT12 2JP |
| Headteacher | John Clark |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Number of Pupils | 484 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.6% |
| School Capacity | 484 / 900 (54% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 May 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
149 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
12Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
15Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed172
668
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
254 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Waterside Drive, Walton-on-Thames
Elmbridge, KT12 2JP
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