North Farnborough Infant School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 4-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Rectory Road Farnborough Hampshire GU14 8AJ |
| Reference Number | 116145 |
North Farnborough Infant School has been inspected for the first time in 15 years, following a period of exemption due to legislation. The school is rated as 'Good' across all categories, reflecting a solid educational experience for its pupils. The inclusive environment supports all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), providing them with a safe and nurturing space to thrive. While the school's leadership has established a well-rounded and ambitious curriculum that prioritizes reading and mathematics, there are some concerns regarding inconsistencies in phonics instruction and variable subject knowledge among staff in certain areas. Leaders are aware of these issues and are already taking steps to address them. Overall, the school's strong community spirit and effective safeguarding measures contribute positively to its educational effectiveness.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 168 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 45.83%
Girls: 54.17% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 8.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 19% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 27.6 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 27.6 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26 | 34 | 60 |
| 2 | 30 | 28 | 58 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 62.5% |
| Indian | 10.1% |
| White, Other | 7.1% |
| White & Asian | 4.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 4.2% |
| White & Black (African) | 3% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.4% |
| African | 1.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.8% |
| Asian, Other | 1.2% |
| Chinese | 0.6% |
| Unclassified | 0.6% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 29 Mar 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 29 Mar 2022 | School inspection: |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 11 Sep 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 24 Jun 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Inclusive ethos that supports all pupils, including those with SEND.
- High expectations of behaviour with established rules.
- Ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum.
- Strong emphasis on reading and early intervention in support for reading.
- Children in early years flourish in a stimulating environment.
- Pupils exhibit positive attitudes towards learning and enjoy school.
- Effective leadership that prioritizes staff well-being.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistencies in phonics teaching.
- Variable subject knowledge among staff in some subjects.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 39 | 6 |
| Third Preference | 29 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 6 | 1 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Cross Farm Infant Academy
Gresham Way, Frimley Green, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 6LZ |
0.52 miles |
|
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
Whitefriars, Avenue Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 7BW |
0.52 miles |
|
St Peter's Church of England Aided Junior School
Church Avenue, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 7AP |
0.53 miles |
|
Mytchett Primary & Nursery Academy
Hamesmoor Road, Mytchett, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 6JB |
0.72 miles |
|
Frimley CofE School
Frimley Green Road, Frimley, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 6ND |
0.75 miles |
|
Cherrywood Community Primary School
Mayfield Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8LH |
0.84 miles |
|
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
Tile Barn Close, Cove, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8LS |
0.9 miles |
|
Sandringham Infant & Nursery Academy
Sandringham Way, Paddock Hill Estate, Frimley, Surrey, GU16 9YF |
0.96 miles |
|
South Farnborough Junior School
Cunnington Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 6PL |
1.13 miles |
|
Grange Community Junior School
Wren Way, Prospect Estate, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8TA |
1.23 miles |
|
Farnborough Grange Nursery & Infant Community School
Moor Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8HW |
1.27 miles |
|
Lakeside Nursery & Primary Academy
Mindenhurst Road, Deepcut, Camberley, GU16 6LG |
1.39 miles |
|
Tower Hill Primary School
Fowler Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 0BW |
1.41 miles |
|
Manor Junior School
Fernhill Road, Cove, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 9DX |
1.43 miles |
|
Manor Infant School
Fernhill Road, Cove, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 9DX |
1.43 miles |
|
Cove Junior School
Fernhill Road, Cove, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 9SA |
1.47 miles |
|
South Farnborough Infant School
Queen's Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 6JU |
1.5 miles |
|
Cove Infant School
92 Fernhill Road, Cove, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 9DP |
1.56 miles |
|
The Grove Primary Academy
Chobham Road, Frimley, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 8PG |
1.56 miles |
|
The Ferns Primary Academy
Field Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 9FX |
1.58 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Henry Tyndale School
Ship Lane, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8BX |
0.19 miles |
|
Farnborough Hill
Farnborough Road, Farnborough, GU14 8AT |
0.32 miles |
|
The Sixth Form College Farnborough
Prospect Avenue, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8JX |
0.66 miles |
|
Farnborough College of Technology
Boundary Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 6SB |
1 miles |
|
Samuel Cody School
Ballantyne Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8SN |
1.02 miles |
|
Salesian College
119 Reading Road, Farnborough, GU14 6PA |
1.35 miles |
|
Bohunt Farnborough
Neville Duke Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 9BY |
1.56 miles |
|
Cove School
St John's Road, Cove, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 9RN |
1.58 miles |
|
Kings International College
Watchetts Drive, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 2PQ |
1.62 miles |
|
Tomlinscote School
Tomlinscote Way, Frimley, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 8PY |
1.63 miles |
|
The Wavell School
Lynchford Road, The Wavell School, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 6BH |
1.94 miles |
|
Hawley Woods School
Fernhill Road, Blackwater, Camberley, Hampshire, GU17 9HU |
2.04 miles |
|
Carwarden House Community School
118 Upper Chobham Road, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 1EJ |
2.11 miles |
|
Portesbery School
Newfoundland Road, Deepcut, Surrey, GU16 6TA |
2.3 miles |
|
Alderwood School
Belle Vue Road, Aldershot, Hampshire, GU12 4RZ |
3.52 miles |
|
Collingwood College
Kingston Road, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 4AE |
3.59 miles |
|
Frogmore Community College
Potley Hill Road, Yateley, Hampshire, GU46 6AG |
3.78 miles |
|
Sandhurst School
Owlsmoor Road, Owlsmoor, Sandhurst, Berkshire, GU47 0SD |
3.92 miles |
|
Ash Manor School
Manor Road, Ash, Surrey, GU12 6QH |
4.12 miles |
|
Knowl Hill School
School Lane, Pirbright, Woking, Surrey, GU24 0JN |
4.18 miles |