Highfield South Farnham School
232%
Capacity
487
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Highfield South Farnham School
Highfield South Farnham School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Waverley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 487 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (232% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher William Neighbour, it falls under Surrey local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1137th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 22 in Waverley.
Highfield South Farnham School is a popular choice with families — it received 195 applications for 60 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Highfield South Farnham School include ICT Suite, Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Cricket, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Eco Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Waverley, Highfield South Farnham 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Weydon Lane, Farnham, Waverley, GU9 8QH |
| Headteacher | William Neighbour |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Number of Pupils | 487 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.9% |
| School Capacity | 487 / 210 (232% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (13 Mar 2024): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Feb 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1137th of 13,686
Nationally
147th of 2,034
In South East
4th of 22
In Waverley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
86%
'23/24
82%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
195
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Weydon Lane, Farnham
Waverley, GU9 8QH
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