Milford School
82%
Capacity
147
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Milford School
Milford School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Waverley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 147 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Milford School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sara Cox, it falls under Surrey local authority.
Milford School is a popular choice with families — it received 97 applications for 33 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Milford School include Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Football, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Waverley, Milford 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Church Road, Godalming, Waverley, GU8 5JA |
| Headteacher | Sara Cox |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Number of Pupils | 147 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.6% |
| School Capacity | 147 / 180 (82% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed33
97
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Church Road, Godalming
Waverley, GU8 5JA
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