Cross Farm Infant Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 5-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Gresham Way Frimley Green Camberley Surrey GU16 6LZ |
| Reference Number | 142345 |
Cross Farm Infant Academy is currently classified as 'Requires Improvement' following its inspection on October 4 and 5, 2023. The school has faced challenges in improving its curriculum, particularly across subjects other than reading and mathematics, leading to gaps in students' knowledge. However, pupils are generally well-behaved, and the school fosters a warm and inclusive atmosphere where children feel safe. The leadership recognizes the necessity for ongoing curriculum development and has started to implement changes to enhance the quality of education offered to pupils.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 80 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 63.75%
Girls: 36.25% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 15% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 12.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 20 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 20 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 17 | 12 | 29 |
| 2 | 27 | 11 | 38 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 70% |
| White, Other | 12.5% |
| African | 5% |
| Unclassified | 2.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.5% |
| White & Asian | 1.3% |
| Indian | 1.3% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Requires Improvement |
| > Quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Requires Improvement |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 04 Oct 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 04 Oct 2023 | School inspection: |
| 18 Oct 2015 | Academy conversion letter |
| 18 May 2011 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Cross Farm Infant School | |
| 18 May 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 15 May 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 15 May 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Dec 2003 | Full inspection |
| 01 Dec 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils are welcomed into a warm and inclusive school environment.
- There is a strong focus on developing children's communication skills in early years.
- The teaching of reading, particularly through phonics, is generally effective.
- Behaviour and attitudes of pupils are good, with high expectations set by staff.
- Various clubs and extracurricular activities are offered, fostering a love for music and learning.
Areas for Improvement
- The quality of education across the curriculum requires improvement.
- Gaps in pupils' knowledge exist due to the early stages of curriculum improvements.
- In some foundation subjects, tasks do not enable systematic knowledge building.
- Teachers do not consistently check for understanding before moving on in lessons.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 24 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 16 | 1 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Frimley CofE School
Frimley Green Road, Frimley, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 6ND |
0.3 miles |
|
Sandringham Infant & Nursery Academy
Sandringham Way, Paddock Hill Estate, Frimley, Surrey, GU16 9YF |
0.45 miles |
|
North Farnborough Infant School
Rectory Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8AJ |
0.52 miles |
|
Mytchett Primary & Nursery Academy
Hamesmoor Road, Mytchett, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 6JB |
0.66 miles |
|
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
Whitefriars, Avenue Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 7BW |
0.95 miles |
|
Lakeside Nursery & Primary Academy
Mindenhurst Road, Deepcut, Camberley, GU16 6LG |
0.97 miles |
|
St Peter's Church of England Aided Junior School
Church Avenue, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 7AP |
1.01 miles |
|
The Grove Primary Academy
Chobham Road, Frimley, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 8PG |
1.19 miles |
|
Cherrywood Community Primary School
Mayfield Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8LH |
1.2 miles |
|
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
Tomlinscote Way, Frimley, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 8PY |
1.25 miles |
|
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
Tile Barn Close, Cove, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8LS |
1.34 miles |
|
South Farnborough Junior School
Cunnington Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 6PL |
1.44 miles |
|
Farnborough Grange Nursery & Infant Community School
Moor Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8HW |
1.45 miles |
|
Ravenscote Junior School
Old Bisley Road, Frimley, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 9RE |
1.45 miles |
|
Grange Community Junior School
Wren Way, Prospect Estate, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8TA |
1.52 miles |
|
South Camberley Primary and Nursery School
Frimley Road, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 2QB |
1.58 miles |
|
Holly Lodge Primary Academy
Stratford Road, Ash Vale, Surrey, GU12 5PX |
1.75 miles |
|
The Ferns Primary Academy
Field Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 9FX |
1.75 miles |
|
Manor Junior School
Fernhill Road, Cove, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 9DX |
1.83 miles |
|
Manor Infant School
Fernhill Road, Cove, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 9DX |
1.83 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Henry Tyndale School
Ship Lane, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8BX |
0.48 miles |
|
Farnborough Hill
Farnborough Road, Farnborough, GU14 8AT |
0.77 miles |
|
The Sixth Form College Farnborough
Prospect Avenue, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8JX |
0.98 miles |
|
Tomlinscote School
Tomlinscote Way, Frimley, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 8PY |
1.18 miles |
|
Samuel Cody School
Ballantyne Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8SN |
1.4 miles |
|
Farnborough College of Technology
Boundary Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 6SB |
1.45 miles |
|
Kings International College
Watchetts Drive, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 2PQ |
1.49 miles |
|
Carwarden House Community School
118 Upper Chobham Road, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 1EJ |
1.65 miles |
|
Salesian College
119 Reading Road, Farnborough, GU14 6PA |
1.7 miles |
|
Bohunt Farnborough
Neville Duke Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 9BY |
1.72 miles |
|
Portesbery School
Newfoundland Road, Deepcut, Surrey, GU16 6TA |
1.8 miles |
|
Cove School
St John's Road, Cove, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 9RN |
2.03 miles |
|
Hawley Woods School
Fernhill Road, Blackwater, Camberley, Hampshire, GU17 9HU |
2.25 miles |
|
The Wavell School
Lynchford Road, The Wavell School, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 6BH |
2.36 miles |
|
Collingwood College
Kingston Road, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 4AE |
3.22 miles |
|
Knowl Hill School
School Lane, Pirbright, Woking, Surrey, GU24 0JN |
3.77 miles |
|
Alderwood School
Belle Vue Road, Aldershot, Hampshire, GU12 4RZ |
3.84 miles |
|
Sandhurst School
Owlsmoor Road, Owlsmoor, Sandhurst, Berkshire, GU47 0SD |
3.87 miles |
|
Frogmore Community College
Potley Hill Road, Yateley, Hampshire, GU46 6AG |
3.96 miles |
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Ash Manor School
Manor Road, Ash, Surrey, GU12 6QH |
4.36 miles |