The Knaphill Lower School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 3-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Chobham Road Knaphill Woking Surrey GU21 2SX |
| Reference Number | 147428 |
The Knaphill Lower School demonstrates a positive trajectory in its overall effectiveness, moving from a prior grade of 'Requires Improvement' to a current rating of 'Good.' The school fosters a strong sense of belonging among pupils, contributing to a positive and inclusive atmosphere where educational aspirations are encouraged. The curriculum has been revised significantly since the last inspection, enhancing the educational experience, particularly in the early years, and supporting children's vocabulary development.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 183 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 54.1%
Girls: 45.9% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 15.8% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 25.7% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 24.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 24.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27 | 16 | 43 |
| 2 | 31 | 28 | 59 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 62.3% |
| White, Other | 10.4% |
| Pakistani | 6% |
| Unclassified | 5.5% |
| White & Asian | 4.4% |
| Indian | 2.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 2.2% |
| African | 2.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.6% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 11 Jun 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Jun 2024 | School inspection: |
| 30 Nov 2021 | School inspection: |
| 08 Jul 2020 | Academy conversion letter |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Interim assessment |
| Previously as The Knaphill Lower School | |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Interim assessment |
| 26 Feb 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 26 Feb 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 23 Sep 2002 | Full inspection |
| 23 Sep 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong sense of belonging and inclusivity for pupils
- Revamped curriculum effectively addressing previous weaknesses
- High priority given to reading, enhancing pupils' literacy skills
- Successful strategies for supporting early years learning
- Positive feedback from staff regarding professional development opportunities
- Strong school rules leading to high expectations for behavior
Areas for Improvement
- Some pupils have gaps in knowledge in certain wider curriculum subjects
- Adaptations for pupils with SEND are not always appropriate, hindering their learning
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 29 | 2 |
| Third Preference | 39 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Knaphill School
High Street, Knaphill, Woking, Surrey, GU21 2QH |
0.15 miles |
|
St Hugh of Lincoln Catholic Primary School
Five Oaks Close, St John's, Woking, Surrey, GU21 8TU |
0.68 miles |
|
Brookwood Primary School
Connaught Road, Brookwood, Woking, Surrey, GU24 0HF |
0.76 miles |
|
St John's Primary School
Victoria Road, Knaphill, Woking, Surrey, GU21 2AS |
0.78 miles |
|
Bisley CofE Primary School
Hawthorn Way, Bisley, Woking, Surrey, GU24 9DF |
0.79 miles |
|
The Hermitage Infant School
Gorsewood Road, St John's, Woking, Surrey, GU21 8WT |
0.83 miles |
|
The Hermitage Junior School
Oakwood Road, St John's, Woking, Surrey, GU21 8UU |
0.86 miles |
|
Beaufort Primary School
Kirkland Avenue, Goldsworth Park, Woking, Surrey, GU21 3RG |
1.25 miles |
|
Pirbright Village Primary School
School Lane, Pirbright, Woking, Surrey, GU24 0JN |
1.56 miles |
|
Holy Trinity CofE Primary School
Benner Lane, West End, Woking, Surrey, GU24 9JQ |
1.83 miles |
|
Sythwood Primary and Nursery School
Sythwood, Horsell, Woking, Surrey, GU21 3AX |
1.84 miles |
|
Goldsworth Primary School
Bridge Barn Lane, Woking, Surrey, GU21 6NL |
2.14 miles |
|
Horsell CofE Junior School
Meadway Drive, Horsell, Woking, Surrey, GU21 4TA |
2.26 miles |
|
The Horsell Village School
Church Hill, Horsell, Woking, Surrey, GU21 4QQ |
2.36 miles |
|
St Lawrence CofE Primary School
Bagshot Road, Chobham, Woking, Surrey, GU24 8AB |
2.38 miles |
|
Halstead St Andrews School
Church Hill House, Woking, GU21 4QW |
2.51 miles |
|
Barnsbury Primary School and Nursery
Almond Avenue, Barnsbury, Woking, Surrey, GU22 0BB |
2.57 miles |
|
Westfield Primary School
Bonsey Lane, Westfield, Woking, Surrey, GU22 9PR |
2.72 miles |
|
Maybury Primary School
Walton Road, Woking, Surrey, GU21 5DW |
3.21 miles |
|
Kingfield Primary School
Kingfield Road, Woking, Surrey, GU22 9EQ |
3.3 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
The Winston Churchill School A Specialist Sports College
Hermitage Road, St Johns, Woking, Surrey, GU21 8TL |
1.03 miles |
|
Knowl Hill School
School Lane, Pirbright, Woking, Surrey, GU24 0JN |
1.53 miles |
|
Gordon's School
Bagshot Road, West End, Woking, Surrey, GU24 9PT |
2.18 miles |
|
Hoe Valley School
Egley Road, Woking, Surrey, GU22 0NH |
2.5 miles |
|
Woking High School
Morton Road, Horsell, Woking, Surrey, GU21 4TJ |
2.51 miles |
|
Freemantles School
Smarts Heath Road, Mayford Green, Woking, Surrey, GU22 0AN |
2.54 miles |
|
Lift Wishmore
55 Alpha Road, Chobham, Woking, Surrey, GU24 8NE |
2.72 miles |
|
Portesbery School
Newfoundland Road, Deepcut, Surrey, GU16 6TA |
2.98 miles |
|
Compass Community School Hampshire
Tull Park, Coley Avenue, Woking, GU22 7BT |
3.22 miles |
|
The Park School
Onslow Crescent, Woking, Surrey, GU22 7AT |
3.25 miles |
|
St John the Baptist Catholic Comprehensive School, Woking
Elmbridge Lane, Kingfield, Woking, Surrey, GU22 9AL |
3.31 miles |
|
Woking College
Rydens Way, Woking, Surrey, GU22 9DL |
3.35 miles |
|
Hoe Bridge School
Hoe Place, Surrey, GU22 8JE |
3.83 miles |
|
Carwarden House Community School
118 Upper Chobham Road, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 1EJ |
4.08 miles |
|
Fernways School
Hatton Hill, Windlesham, Surrey, GU20 6AB |
4.24 miles |
|
Tomlinscote School
Tomlinscote Way, Frimley, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 8PY |
4.29 miles |
|
Hall Grove School
London Road, Bagshot, GU19 5HZ |
4.42 miles |
|
Pond Meadow School
Larch Avenue, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 1DR |
4.45 miles |
|
Christ's College, Guildford
Larch Avenue, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 1JY |
4.53 miles |
|
The Bishop David Brown School
Albert Drive, Woking, Surrey, GU21 5RF |
4.57 miles |