Potters Gate CofE Primary School
100%
Capacity
542
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Potters Gate CofE Primary School
Potters Gate CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Waverley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 542 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 540 places).
Ofsted has rated Potters Gate CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jayne Venables, it falls under Surrey local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1903rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 22 in Waverley.
Potters Gate CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 187 applications for 60 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 66 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Potters Gate CofE Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Cross Country, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Film Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Waverley, Potters Gate CofE Primary 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 | Potters Gate, Farnham, Waverley, GU9 7BB |
| Headteacher | Jayne Venables |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Number of Pupils | 542 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.9% |
| School Capacity | 542 / 540 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jun 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1903rd of 13,686
Nationally
257th of 2,034
In South East
7th of 22
In Waverley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
187
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
66 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Potters Gate, Farnham
Waverley, GU9 7BB
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