St Mary's Farnham Royal CofE Primary School
68%
Capacity
248
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About St Mary's Farnham Royal CofE Primary School
St Mary's Farnham Royal CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 248 pupils on roll, operating at 68% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Farnham Royal CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Shane Broderick, it falls under Buckinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11074th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 118th out of 137 in Buckinghamshire.
St Mary's Farnham Royal CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 30 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
St Mary's Farnham Royal CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (33 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's Farnham Royal CofE Primary School include Library, Art Studios, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Athletics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Coding, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, St Mary's Farnham Royal 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Road, Farnham Royal, Buckinghamshire, SL2 3AW |
| Headteacher | Shane Broderick |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 248 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.7% |
| School Capacity | 248 / 363 (68% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Oct 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11074th of 13,686
Nationally
1663rd of 2,034
In South East
118th of 137
In Buckinghamshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
48%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
33 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed30
64
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's Farnham Royal CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Church Road, Farnham Royal
Buckinghamshire, SL2 3AW
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