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Merrow Junior School

Guildford, GU1 2SGPrimaryAges 7–11MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
Sep 2022
KS2 Results
52%
meeting expected standard in RWM
Competition
N/A
No data
Ranking
#10,317
of 13,686 nationally

About Merrow Junior School

Merrow Junior School is a state primary for children aged 7 to 11 in Guildford, and the numbers suggest a school that families are choosing with confidence. The school is nearly full, with 233 pupils on roll against a capacity of 240, which points to steady local demand. ParentView data isn't available in this profile, but the oversubscription picture is clear enough: the school is operating at 97% capacity, so places are tight. The headteacher, Louisa Dormer, leads a school that has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent graded inspection, a notable improvement from the Requires Improvement rating it received in 2015. An ungraded inspection in 2022 confirmed the school remains Good, with leadership and management also judged Good. For parents weighing up their options in Surrey, this is a school that has demonstrably turned things around and is now a solid, well-regarded choice in the local area.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range7 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterNone
AddressSheeplands Avenue, Guildford, Guildford, GU1 2SG
HeadteacherLouisa Dormer
Local AuthoritySurrey
Number of Pupils233
Free School Meals (FSM)17.6%
School Capacity233 / 240 (97% full)

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Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

28 Sept 2022
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Overall Effectiveness
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Latest monitoring visit (28 Sept 2022): School remains Good

Source: Ofsted, 28 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Merrow Junior School

Merrow Junior School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.