St Polycarp's Catholic Primary School
100%
Capacity
419
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Polycarp's Catholic Primary School
St Polycarp's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Waverley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 419 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Martyn Peebles, it falls under Surrey local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5539th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 22 in Waverley.
St Polycarp's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 135 applications for 60 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.
St Polycarp's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (247 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Polycarp's Catholic Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Tennis, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Waverley, St Polycarp's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Waverley Lane, Farnham, Waverley, GU9 8BQ |
| Headteacher | Martyn Peebles |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Number of Pupils | 419 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.5% |
| School Capacity | 419 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5539th of 13,686
Nationally
776th of 2,034
In South East
14th of 22
In Waverley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
247 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
135
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Polycarp's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Waverley Lane, Farnham
Waverley, GU9 8BQ
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