Here you will find our current prospectus which, like this website, hopes to bring the school to life for you, but the best way of really seeing us is to come for a visit. The prospectus is available digitally or just get in touch if you'd like a print version. We also have a range of information booklets to let you know about aspects of the school in more depth. And of course, if you can't find what you're looking for, just get in touch. OUR PROSPECTUS & INFORMATION BOOKLETS Below you will find our current prospectus which, like this website, hopes to bring the school to life for you, but the best way of really seeing us is to come for a visit. The prospectus is available digitally or just get in touch if you'd like a printed version. We also have a range of information booklets to let you know about aspects of the school in more depth. And of course, if you can't find what you're looking for, just get in touch. PROSPECTUS Button Button SUBJECT OPTION BOOKLETS YEAR 10 OPTIONS SIXTH FORM OPTIONS OPTION BOOKLETS

Our curriculum is intentionally broad to offer each student both a thorough grounding in a diverse timetable of creative, scientific, physical and theoretical subjects, but also to give them each the chance to find their own passions and interests. OUR CURRICULUM QUICK LINKS EARLY YEARS JUNIOR SCHOOL MIDDLE SCHOOL SENIOR SCHOOL SIXTH FORM A BROAD CURRICULUM At Frensham, we treat academic and creative subjects equally and our aim is to offer a very broad curriculum allowing each child to find their own strengths and passions. Creativity at Frensham is not limited to the creative subjects. We look for creativity of thought in all our subjects – to look at things a bit differently, to consider a different approach to the norm. In this way, we hope each student can find their own way to be engaged, that teachers can find a way to get everyone excited. ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE At Frensham, our team of responsive, experienced English teachers help inspire the students with a love of literature. Although we need to take account of exam requirements, we aim to create a culture that produces well-rounded and thoughtful learners who engage with each other, with the texts and with the issues they raise in the wider world. We encourage students to be passionate about English and enjoy reading - to ask questions, look for answers and make critical judgements. Active learning is at the heart of what the students do - looking not just at the how but the why, and so gaining a better understanding of the process of learning and their own abilities. Expectations and aspirations are high, but relevant to each individual, and we value all manner of talents. Regular formative assessments and assignments allow us to monitor progress and make adjustments so that every student has the opportunity to reach their full and unique potential. English is a core component of our curriculum from Nursery up through the GCSE years. As the children grow and develop in their own time, our aim is that students develop a love and appreciation for our subject. English is the foundation of everything we do. Our goal is for all our students to not only read and write effectively but to genuinely enjoy themselves and develop a sense of self-confidence. MATHS Our Maths teachers are really passionate about their subject and they genuinely want all their students to engage with and enjoy their classes. Confidence can often be an issue in Maths, but our small class sizes and friendly, informal class settings are the first steps in clearing this hurdle. The students, as with everything at Frensham, are at the centre of a safe, non-competitive teaching environment. All are encouraged to speak up and get involved, supporting one another and working together. Those who are naturally stronger will be challenged to expand and explore, those who need a slower pace will be supported and encouraged. The teachers structure their coursework around those students coming into their classes each year. The aim is for the students to really understand what they're learning and not just go through the motions for the sake of an exam or a grade. They are encouraged to work collaboratively through tasks and investigations - to present problems and share and discuss ideas and solutions - to really understand how what they're learning applies to life outside the classroom. SCIENCE The main aim of our Science department is to take the students on a journey from the youngest children through Sixth Form gaining the skills, knowledge and confidence to leave Frensham thinking like a scientist. With this wider understanding, they are ready for what might show up on an exam, but also much more than that. They will have the confidence to tackle what's put in front of them but also the courage to take risks and the willingness to learn. Our Science facilities are modern and facilitate group work and active participation of all students. Our teachers all have their own teaching style, but they all encourage students to take risks and explore -to feel that it's okay to get things wrong and make mistakes because that's how they learn. Try it - if it doesn't work, then learn from it - discuss, observe and try again. CREATIVE ARTS If you have stepped foot inside the Art & Design Centre at Frensham, you’ll know it’s simply breathtaking. Initially because of the outstanding facilities and equipment, but more powerfully for the breadth and quality of work on display. All students' work is displayed, not just that deemed better by a teacher, and the variety is immense and often challenging. This is not artwork created by following a prescriptive formula, but art created by students who are developing the courage to explore in their own way. That in itself is a gift which will benefit them no matter what they go on to do. Students have dedicated art classes from Nursery upwards. For the younger children, it’s all about getting excited about their art education and raising expectations of what they believe they can do. Our full art curriculum kicks off in Years 7 to 9 where students spend six hours a week, every week, exploring 2D, Ceramics and Design & Technology. Underpinning all is an experience of drawing, recording, investigating and exploring. The main goal is to develop willingness and enthusiasm and the courage to engage in the creative process. This builds confidence and ultimately self-esteem. Our primary aspiration is for our students to have the willingness and the courage to find their own creative voice – and once they have, to see the value in that. An important part of our classes throughout is discussion. Coming together to talk about their experiences, to learn to value their own work and the work of others. PERFORMING ARTS From Nursery through Year 9, music, dance and drama are all part of our curriculum. Everyone has a chance to get on stage and for those who crave the limelight, those opportunities can be many. The courage to get on stage is developed from an early age as is the ability to watch, listen and appreciate others. Aside from the bigger productions and concerts, students have dedicated time each week in the three performing arts and this is really where that confidence softly grows. Together, in a small group with a teacher they know well, they become comfortably uncomfortable. Tentatively stepping or leaping excitedly out of their comfort zones to the place where learning really happens. Each child is different and our teachers will get to know each so well that they will recognise where and how encouragement is needed, allowing even the most reluctant wallflower to have their time to shine. Along the way, reminding the most gregarious to step aside and let the others have their moment. So it’s not all about creating amazing dancers, singers and performers. Although we do that too! The performing arts serve another purpose at Frensham. They bring us together. Friends and families come together throughout the year to celebrate the spirit of our school. Whether it’s one of the amazing music and dance concerts, a musical, a big dramatic production, an informal recital or our Founders’ Day celebrations – our talented singers, dancers, actors, musicians, directors, designers, writers and teachers astound us constantly. Find out more about our Music School PE & SPORT Our commitment to extracurricular opportunities and outdoor education shows our deep belief that activities outside the classroom, inevitably, lead to further success within it as well. We recognise and embrace that every child is different. A limited view of sport can’t and won’t challenge and engage every child. It is only natural that Frensham has always respected the importance of sport in many forms. Our PE and games programme is broad and exciting. PE is compulsory and taught across the school by dedicated teachers. The curriculum includes traditional games such as cricket, tennis, rounders, football, hockey, swimming, athletics and netball as well as more alternative sports including basketball, handball, gymnastics and parkour. If a group of students are interested in a sport we don’t currently offer, we will do our best to get the equipment and knowledge and make it happen. We aim to provide sport for all regardless of ability and to motivate students to be active and healthy long into adulthood. Sporting fixtures are arranged with other schools and we take part in local and national league competitions. The aim is to make sport enjoyable with the emphasis on having a go and building skills through games, structured practices and, for those who enjoy them, highly competitive matches. Sports is part of our broad curriculum, as equal as all the other parts. We hope our students will love sport, love going to matches, win some, lose some and, most importantly, know how to win or lose well. We want our students to be fit and healthy, to get involved and include and value others. As with all areas of our curriculum, we challenge them to step outside their comfort zone and raise expectations of what they believe they can do. OUTDOOR EDUCATION At Frensham, we truly believe that as much, if not more, learning happens outside the classroom as within. Outdoor education has always been an intrinsic part of our curriculum from Forest Class for the Junior School through to very challenging expeditions for the older students. The programme for all activities begins with learning the skill set to prepare them for the experiential learning – the real adventures. As their practical skills develop and the experiences widen, the students develop massively in confidence, empathy, resilience, collaboration and communication. This is a real chance for those children whose courage may not come through in the classroom to really shine. Our onsite facilities are impressive – high-ropes, zipwire, climbing wall, bike trails and Jacob’s ladder to name a few. All activities and expeditions are run by staff who are constantly training and gaining further qualifications. It’s a real passion for students and staff alike with Frensham being the only school in the UK to hold the Gold Standard accreditation from The Association of Heads of Outdoor Education Centres. Students can also choose to complete the Duke of Edinburgh Award through to the Gold Award. Frensham truly aims to embed a spirit of adventure into all students from an early age. To let them develop the courage to take on risks and step out of their comfort zone as well as the skills, maturity and confidence to do it capably, wisely and kindly.

An introduction to Frensham Heights, a progressive independent day and boarding school for 3 to 18 year olds in Surrey - refreshingly different since 1925. A progressive day and boarding school, refreshingly different since 1925. Join us for an Open Morning COME TO OUR WHOLE SCHOOL OPEN MORNING SATURDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER 2026 BOOK HERE ADMISSIONS BOOK A VISIT SAFEGUARDING ISI INSPECTION 2025 GOOD SCHOOLS GUIDE Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied DISCOVER FRENSHAM HEIGHTS The best way to discover Frensham Heights is to come and see us for yourself, but we hope our film and website will give you a strong insight into who we are. Join us at the Frensham Foundation Ball Saturday 17th October, 7pm to midnight TICKETS & INFO WHO WE ARE When looking at who we are, it’s also really important to look at where we came from. The things that make this school truly different were given to us by our founders 100 years ago and have not only stood the test of time, but are arguably more relevant now than ever before. CONTINUE READING OUR APPROACH One of our main goals is to put each student's learning into their own hands. They will learn to learn using the best methods for them – experimenting, exploring and collaborating – trying new things, getting things wrong and trying again. CONTINUE READING OUR BROAD CURRICULUM Our students explore an amazingly diverse timetable made up of mathematical and scientific, creative and performing, linguistic and literary, physical and technological, spiritual, moral, social and cultural subjects - all held in equal importance. CONTINUE READING THE FRENSHAM SPIRIT There is an energy. A feeling of happiness and calmness. It comes from all the children being comfortable in their own skins. With no prefects or head boys and girls, everyone is on a level playing ground. They can be who they are. CONTINUE READING BOARDING In our boarding houses, great emphasis is placed on the creation of a caring community which shares a philosophy based on mutual respect, enthusiasm and enjoyment of each other’s company and achievements. CONTINUE READING FIREFLIES Nursery & Preschool Our nursery environment keeps imaginations alive and curiosity glowing. READ MORE SENIOR SCHOOL Years 7 to 11 Our aim is to give our students the knowledge and thinking skills to take on whatever may turn up on exams and also in life beyond. READ MORE JUNIOR SCHOOL Reception to Year 6 A uniquely child-centred education that embodies the refreshingly progressive values of the wider school. READ MORE SIXTH FORM Years 12 to 13 A lively, vibrant part of the school supporting students through their A-Levels and in choosing their path to the wider world. READ MORE JOINING FRENSHAM We want every parent to be sure that Frensham is the right place for their child to grow. We'd love to help you find out more. READ MORE WHO WE TEACH From 3 to 18 years, we welcome students at all stages of their educational journey. REGISTER If you would like your child to take part in our assessment process, please register here. You will also receive invitations to school events throughout the year. REGISTER YOUR CHILD FLORENCE ANDREWS | OLD FRENSHAMIAN "The freedom given at Frensham, perhaps more than at other schools, helps students to be more ambitious and driven rather than the other way round. I think naturally humans want to learn – you look at toddlers and they want to learn to walk, they want to learn to talk – and I don't think that changes. The more regimented and stifling you make an educational environment, the more people resist it and decide they don't like learning. Frensham's really good at spotting what someone loves and what their talent is... and they follow that." HEAR MORE FROM FLORENCE GET IN TOUCH VENUE HIRE We have many facilities available for hire to the local community from our stunning Aldridge Theatre and Recital Room to our astroturf and playing fields. VENUE HIRE WHAT'S ON AT THE ALDRIDGE Find out what's going on at Frensham, from school events to professional theatre companies and visiting speakers. WHAT'S ON CONTACT US Whether to book a tour or just have a chat about whether Frensham might be right for your family, we're always happy to help. CONTACT US Back to Top

We've compiled lots of information here for new parents and current alike. We hope you'll find everything you need to know about day to day life and things you might need. If not, just get in touch or ask a teacher and if we don't know, we'll find out. PARENTS' INFORMATION We've compiled lots of information here for new parents and current alike. We hope you'll find everything you need to know about day to day life and things you might need. If not, just get in touch or ask a teacher and if we don't know, we'll find out. WHOLE SCHOOL JUNIOR SCHOOL MIDDLE & SENIOR SCHOOL SIXTH FORM BOARDING WHOLE SCHOOL WHOLE SCHOOL Follow these links for information relevant to all students from Nursery through Sixth Form. Contacting staff: you are welcome to call or email us at any time. You can send emails to staff using the format firstnamelastname@frensham.org FORMS POLICIES ESSENTIAL KIT HEALTH CARE MUSIC LESSONS LAMDA LESSONS OUR STAFF AUTUMN TERM ECAs SCHOOL RULES TERM DATES TRANSPORT TERMS & CONDITIONS BIKE GUIDELINES SPORTS FIXTURES 6TH FORM SUMMER WORK PARENT PORTAL Frequently asked questions 01 How big are your classes? We have one class per year group from Nursery up to Year 3 with small numbers to ensure individual attention. This splits into two classes per year group in Years 4, 5 and 6 with up to 18 per class. In Years 7 and 8, there are usually three tutor groups per year with 16 or 18 students in each. In Year 9, there are four tutor groups. The GCSE and A Level class sizes vary depending on the popularity of student subject choices. 02 What clothes can students wear? We don’t have a uniform, we just ask our students to dress for purpose. Students are free to express their individuality through their clothes as long as it doesn’t interfere with their school day or cause any distraction or offence. Please also ensure that your child has sensible footwear, including waterproof or walking boots and everyday shoes. 03 Can students have bicycles on site? Yes, from Year 7 – please make sure it is insured and in good working order with a strong lock. All students who have a bicycle at school are asked to sign a Bike Contract, which states the basic expectations on safe and considerate use of bicycles in and around school. Apart from those in the Sixth Form, all students need to wear a bicycle helmet. 04 Can students bring medication to school? All medications, including over-the-counter medications, must be handed to the Health Centre on arrival for safe keeping. 05 Do students need a school bag and stationery? Yes, please make sure the bag is suitable for students to carry their books around our vast site. Please also bring a pencil case, pencils, pens, erasers, colouring pencils, etc. It's a good idea to name all personal items. 06 What proportion of students board? We offer boarding from Year 7 upwards - roughly 25% of the students board either as full, weekly or flexi 3 day boarders. Where we have space, students are welcome for an 'occasional night' boarding as well. This should be booked with the boarding house. During the school week there is no differentiation between day and boarding students. 07 How do you handle discipline? Our disciplinary measures are based on mutual respect and self-discipline. We use discussion rather than detention and set targets for changes in behaviour. Depending on the nature of the situation, discussions will occur between the student/s and their teacher or with the Head of School, Deputy Head or Head and if the situation escalates disciplinary sanctions may be used. Aggressive language, shouting and detentions are not used by any staff at Frensham. 08 Can my child take part in competitive sports? We have over 450 sporting fixtures each year for students who love competitive games. If you want your children to love sport, love going to matches and know how to win or lose well, then that’s what they’ll get here. As well as the main sports, we also offer mountain biking, high ropes, surfing trips, hill walking, rock climbing. At the end of the day, our goal is for students to be fit and healthy. A message from the Director of Support for Learning If your child has had a previous or current specialist teacher, speech and language therapist or occupational therapist’s report, can you please ensure that we have this information in the Support for Learning Department. Equally, I would be grateful if you could please send in a copy of any Educational Psychologist’s report that you may have for your child. These reports are vital in informing class and subject teachers of relevant needs. - Beverley Wrigglesworth Director of Support for Learning A message from the Head of Boarding Full, weekly, 3 day flexi and occasional boarding are available to all our students from Year 7 upwards. Occasional boarding is adhoc on a first come, first serve basis - 2 days equivalent per week/per term for Years 7-9 and 1 day for Years 10 and up. The occasional boarding rate is £90 per night. -Sian Owens Head of Boarding A message from the Frensham Heights Library Find amazing people: come to the library. This busy environment has a full-time librarian and is found in a light and airy skylit, recently refurbished gable space of Flottage. The reading club meets here weekly and the rooms are frequently used for teaching. The walls are lined with nearly 14,000 books, magazines and DVD’s, with a strong bias towards Young Adult Fiction. There are also digital resources and ebooks available. Visitors can sink in to the leather armchairs or sofa or make use of the seating/workspace for 34, including networked workstations. Wifi is available throughout. Students and staff can also make use of the mini café and the enquiry station where anyone can search the web-based library management system. - Noel Rasmussen Librarian JUNIOR SCHOOL JUNIOR SCHOOL KEY CONTACTS Junior School: 01252 797408 | click to email Main School: 01252 792561 After School Club: 01252 797431 Head of Junior School: Nick Oram-Tooley Junior School Administrator: Olivia Hannon MIDDLE SCHOOL SENIOR SCHOOL KEY CONTACTS Main School: 01252 792561 Year 7 - 9: Karen McBride Year 10 & 11: Paul Hughes QUICK A TO Z (YRS 7 & UP) SENIOR SCHOOL INDUCTION BOOKLET SIXTH FORM KEY CONTACTS Main School: 01252 792561 Roberts House: 01252 797490 Head of Sixth Form: Charlie Bennett Head of Roberts House: Will Paskell Sixth Form Pastoral Lead: Pippa Gaut Sixth Form Progress Lead: Alison Bundy Deputy Head of Roberts House: David Lloyd Houseparent of Roberts House: Colette Hill SIXTH FORM SIXTH FORM SPECIFIC LINKS PREPARATION WORK VEHICLE CONTRACT BOARDING KEY CONTACTS Main School: 01252 792561 Hamilton House: 01252 797422 Roberts House: 01252 797490 Head of Boarding: Sian Owens Head of Hamilton House: Lynn Goodburne Head of Main House: Jack Scullion Head of Roberts House: Will Paskell EMAIL SIAN EMAIL LYNN EMAIL JACK EMAIL WILL BOARDING BOARDING SPECIFIC LINKS TAXI CONSENT FORM WEEKEND ARRANGEMENTS FORM BOARDING BOOKLETS HAMILTON HOUSE MAIN HOUSE ROBERTS HOUSE Frequently asked questions 01 When should boarders arrive in September? You will receive an email from our admissions team detailing your arrival times for the start of term in September. Please don’t hesitate to contact the boarding teams if your child is likely to arrive earlier or later than listed – mainly so that we know when to expect you and make sure there is someone on duty to welcome you. 02 Who can we contact during the school holidays? The boarding teams will all be checking their emails periodically over the school holidays so you can email them directly, but if your query needs to be answered more urgently, please copy in our admissions team at admissions@frensham.org as they may be able to help you in the meantime. You can always contact the school office on hello@frensham.org or call 01252 792561. 03 What if we're arriving from overseas? Please ensure that the Head of House is aware of your child’s flight and their plans from when they enter the country to when they arrive at school. This is important to comply with our UKVI obligations. For airport transfers we use VGT (01252 613613) 04 Should boarders bring their own towels and bedding? School bedding and towels are provided but your child is welcome to bring their own towels, duvet cover and pillowcase (duvets are single in size). Please make sure that all personal and valuable items, including all clothing, laundry bag and shoes, are clearly named. 05 Can boarders decorate their rooms? Yes, students can decorate their rooms, so they are welcome to bring posters, battery-operated fairy lights, photographs etc. All boarders have their own noticeboard so don’t forget to bring pins and white tac (not blue tac please). 06 What essentials do boarders need to bring? Please bring: sensible, comfortable clothing, pyjamas, dressing gown and slippers, a smart outfit to wear to the Christmas Dinner Dance, a warm, waterproof coat suitable for all winter weather, a named laundry bag, named PE, swimming, Outdoor Ed and dance kit (see our Essential Kit section), any kit you've been asked to bring for camps and venture days, two number padlocks for a cupboard used to store valuables, chargers for phone, tablet, laptop etc a supply of usual toiletries (eg shampoo, soap etc), stationery - pencil case, pencils, pens, erasers, colouring pencils, etc, a school bag suitable for students to carry their books to and from school, a small amount of snacks, which should be stored in a sealed container. 07 Can boarders keep medication in the boarding houses? No, all medications, including over-the-counter medications, must be handed to the Health Centre or house staff for safe keeping. 08 Can boarders do their own laundry? Yes, each boarding house has its own laundry area as some students prefer to wash their own clothes rather than using the school laundry, but they will need to bring their own washing tablets. 09 Can boarders have pocket money? Yes, it is a good idea for your child to have access to a sensible amount of money to cover their individual requirements during term. 10 What forms should we have filled in? If you have not already done so, please can you ensure that you let us have the following completed forms (all of which can be downloaded here): • The standard weekend arrangement form • The single consent form • The taxi form 11 What is the Boarders' Weekend? The Boarders’ Weekend is held on the first weekend of term: from Friday evening through to Sunday. We do expect all boarders, current and new, to remain in school for this weekend as it has proved an excellent way to help children settle in, make friends and get used to their surroundings. Please email Sian Owens if you have any queries (sianowens@frensham.org).

Hear a few words from Andrew Fisher, our Head, about his 15 years heading up Frensham Heights and his return to Frensham to pave the way for our incoming Head, Ben McCarey. WELCOME Welcome to Frensham I am honoured and humbled to be leading the Frensham Heights community as it enters its second century. I am part of this community both as Head and as a parent and my family is incredibly excited to begin our lives within this wonderful and unique school. As a parent, I want my children to grow up being open minded and willing to embrace new experiences; I want them to be free to explore their own paths and experience the beauty and joy which exist in our world (without being naive to its many flaws). Most importantly, I want them to learn within a community of individuals who understand the importance of kindness, compassion and optimism. As a teacher, I believe that a traditional, linear, education system does not adequately prepare children for the world they will inherit. This world is a rapidly changing, uncertain and, sometimes, scary place. If an education only equips children with an armoury of facts and knowledge and the ability to pass exams, but it doesn't furnish them with the ability to think creatively, critically and empathetically, then we have failed them. A Frensham education is one which ensures our children are well qualified and well educated and, most importantly, free to be kids in a world where we all grow up too quickly. Ben McCarey

At Frensham Heights, we know exams are important and it's a chance for students to gain a real base of knowledge in subjects they enjoy, but we urge them - and their parents - to focus not on the exams, but on their development during the courses and the skills they'll gain for life beyond. GCSE & BTEC RESULTS 2026 - 2024 GCSE A LEVELS A LEVEL RESULTS 2026 - 2024

The best way to really find out about Frensham and what makes us different is to come and see for yourself. We are really happy to show families around our beautiful school. We offer private tours during the school day where you can get a real glimpse into day to day life. Or come for a bigger Open Morning event where you can meet all our teachers, sit in on student panels and hear from our Head. Whatever works better for you and your family, we're here to help. OPEN EVENTS OPEN EVENTS DISCOVERY SESSIONS STAY & PLAY SESSIONS UPCOMING SCHOOL OPEN EVENTS This is a wonderful opportunity for us to show prospective families around our beautiful school site and share with them what makes Frensham Heights such a distinctive school. During the event families have the chance to speak with members of staff and a hear a few words from our Head. Families will then go off in small groups with a member of staff to visit the grounds and hear about life at Frensham, returning at the end for some refreshments and a further opportunity to chat to us. WHOLE SCHOOL OPEN MORNING Saturday 19 September 2026 | 9.00am This is a wonderful opportunity to take a look around our beautiful school site and find out what makes Frensham Heights such a distinctive school. You'll have the chance to hear a few words from our Head, Ben McCarey, and listen to a student panel and see some of our talented students perform. We will then go off in small groups with a member of staff to visit the grounds and hear about life at Frensham. The morning will end with refreshments in our ballroom and on the front lawn if weather permits. SIGN UP HERE NURSERY TO YEAR 1 ACTIVITY OPEN MORNING Wednesday 30 September 2026 | 9.00am Join us at a wonderful active and exploratory morning in our Junior School. You will get the chance to hear from our Head of Junior School, see the learning and outdoor spaces and spend some time with our current early years children. It will be a morning of activities and exploring and getting to know our wonderful early years staff and children. SIGN UP HERE ADMISSIONS ADVENTURE Thursday 1 October 2026 | 5.00pm This is a wonderful opportunity for children who are thinking about joining us in Year 7 in September 2027 to come in, meet each other and take part is some fun outdoor activities. There will also be activities for parents to take part in and weather allowing, the evening will finish with a campfire. SIGN UP HERE SIXTH FORM ARTS AWARDS DISCOVERY AFTERNOON Thursday 24 September 2026 | 5.00pm This is the perfect opportunity for students considering applying for a Sixth Form Arts Awards to find out about the awards and meet the creative and performing arts team. There will be workshops run by our creative and performing arts teachers followed by refreshments and a chance to ask questions and meet the senior leadership team. SIGN UP HERE WHOLE SCHOOL OPEN MORNING Friday 9 October 2026 | 9.00am Come along to our Whole School Open Morning. It is a really good opportunity to see the school in action, visit classrooms, see the facilities and hear from our Head. The morning will start in our Main House with some words from Ben McCarey, our Head. We will then head off in small groups to tour the wider site. SIGN UP HERE SIXTH FORM OPEN EVENING Tuesday 13 October 2026 | 6.00pm Our Sixth Form Open Evening offers the chance to hear from our Sixth Form team about life in Frensham Sixth Form plus our very popular Arts Awards. There will also be a subject fair where course leads will be on hand to discuss our Sixth Form courses in detail with you. We will also be offering tours of Roberts House, our Sixth Form centre. SIGN UP HERE WHOLE SCHOOL OPEN MORNING Thursday 19 November 2026 | 9.00am Come along to our Whole School Open Morning. It is a really good opportunity to see the school in action, visit classrooms, see the facilities and hear from our Head. The morning will start in our Main House with some words from Ben McCarey, our Head. We will then head off in small groups to tour the wider site. SIGN UP HERE GET IN TOUCH Please contact our Admissions team to learn about our school, book a private tour or a chat with our Head. You can call us on +44 (0)1252 792561 or email admissions@frensham.org AFTER SCHOOL DISCOVERY SESSIONS 2025-26 We are really excited to launch a brand new programme of discovery sessions for the next academic year. This is a range of opportunities for children of all ages to come in and experience life at Frensham and use our amazing facilities. And while your child enjoys a little snapshot of life at Frensham, we would love to treat you to a coffee in our theatre café! We will be adding new sessions throughout the year, so please check back. JUNIOR SCHOOL DISCOVERY SESSIONS SENIOR SCHOOL DISCOVERY SESSIONS A LEVEL DISCOVERY SESSIONS JUNIOR SCHOOL DISCOVERY SESSIONS - for students currently in Yrs 1-6 A new programme of discovery sessions will start in September SENIOR SCHOOL DISCOVERY SESSIONS for students currently in Yrs 7-11 A new programme of discovery sessions will start in September NURSERY & PRESCHOOL STAY & PLAY SESSIONS for children who are 2 to 4 years old and their parent/carer A new programme of discovery sessions will start in September

Frensham Heights is a unique, progressive school. Our mission and values are modern and forward thinking, but we are firmly rooted in our heritage. At Frensham, we leave as we come – as individuals – but in our time here, we become more. We become stronger. Kinder. Now in our centenary, it is clear that Frensham is bigger than any one of us, from our founders to our newest family; it is all of us. We are Frensham. WHO WE ARE OUR MISSION. We continue to pioneer a better education, one which: celebrates the individual as part of a nurturing and supportive community; amplifies the voices of our community, encouraging self-expression and sharing of ideas; brims with inspiration from strong relationships with outstanding educators in a stimulating environment. OUR AIMS. We will: provide a nurturing and supportive community that allows all individuals to flourish, with equity, mutual respect and generosity of spirit at its heart; inspire our students’ creativity, intellectual curiosity and passion for learning with a rich progressive curriculum that develops resilient and self-reliant learners, prepared for the modern world; promote education in its widest sense, with stimulating and unique enrichment opportunities; instil and support collaboration, ethical responsibility and community engagement, encouraging our community to make a positive and lasting contribution to the world around them; thrive by securing the future of our school and its communities. OUR VALUES ORIGINALITY OF THOUGHT FRENSHAM EMBRACES CREATIVITY We encourage everyone to foster their boldness and innovation, seeking opportunities locally and globally to discover and bring fresh thinking to our community. SPIRIT OF TOGETHERNESS FRENSHAM NURTURES COMMUNITY SPIRIT Relationships are the foundation of our school and our success, built on genuine mutual respect, compassion and kindness. We embrace freedom with a firm understanding of our responsibility towards our community. RESPECT OF INDIVIDUALITY FRENSHAM CELEBRATES AUTHENTICITY This is a place where you can be the ‘true you’; we pride ourselves on that. We support all to have the confidence to stand for something and be the person you truly want to be. COURAGE TO TRY FRENSHAM FUELS PERSONAL DEDICATION We aspire to be the very best we can be, fully committing to our learning, proactively seeking improvement and working collaboratively for the benefit of the whole community. OUR HERITAGE Frensham Heights was founded in 1925 by educationalists Beatrice Ensor and Isabel King with the aid of a generous benefactor, Edith Douglas-Hamilton. They were passionate about offering an alternative style of education with the child at its heart. A school and a community based on mutual respect, tolerance and generosity of spirit which would educate the whole child – mind, body and spirit. And so it has been ever since. Our founders were not alone in this aspiration. Many other schools were founded around the world during this period as part of the Progressive Education Movement which sought to offer something truly different to the formal, instructional-style of teaching found in most traditional state and private schools. Schools were founded as compassionate communities not only under the strong belief that educating the whole child was essential, but also as democracies with children taking an active part in their education – championing independent thought, exploration and student voice. Even through a war and more recently through a pandemic, Frensham has sought to lead with compassion and with a belief in each child and the good of humanity at its heart. PROGRESSIVE EDUCATION TODAY Although relatively rare in this country, Progressive Schools are thriving around the globe. We are very proud to be a member of the international Progressive Education Network. This is important to us not only because we truly believe this style of education offers children a better chance of happiness and success, but also because it holds us to account as a school, as educators. By promising to uphold not only our school’s founding ethos, but also the PEN principles, we have a better chance of continuing to offer the best possible opportunities for our students. As many more conventional schools catch on to the importance of the ‘soft skills’ and creativity, that have been intrinsic to schools like Frensham from the beginning, we must continue to set an example and pioneer education. We must keep moving forward to provide the most dynamic, inspirational Progressive curriculum that we can. FIND OUT MORE ABOUT PEN

September 2025 marks 100 years of Frensham Heights, a whole century of doing things a little differently. What once felt bold, even revolutionary back in 1925, now feels simply right. A way of learning and living that puts children at the heart of everything. This year, we’re taking time to celebrate all that makes Frensham, Frensham. 1/10 Our Centenary September 2025 marks 100 years of Frensham Heights, a whole century of doing things a little differently. What once felt bold, even revolutionary back in 1925, now feels simply right. A way of learning and living that puts children at the heart of everything. This year, we’re taking time to celebrate all that makes Frensham, Frensham. We’d love you to be part of it. Come along to one of our Centenary Events, share the story of an Old Frenshamian for our 100 OFs campaign, or explore the beautiful gifts created by our community in the Centenary Gift Shop. However you join in, you’ll be helping to celebrate 100 years of curiosity and creativity. There’s something special about how Frensham began. Three women, full of courage and vision, wanted to do things differently, to break free from the stiff traditions of Victorian education. They chose this beautiful spot, with its wide skies and rolling Surrey Hills, as the place to bring their ideas to life. They knew that children need to move, to explore, to imagine, to ask questions and to be truly heard. That spirit of freedom and curiosity still shapes us today, just as it did when Frensham first opened its doors in 1925. Frensham Foundation Ball The inaugural Frensham Foundation Ball will take place on Saturday 17 October 2026, bringing together alumni, parents, staff, governors and friends of Frensham Heights for a special evening of celebration and community. Guests can look forward to dinner, live music, mixologist-crafted cocktails, casino entertainment and a live auction, all with a nod to the elegance and glamour of the 1920s. Find out more about the Frensham Foundation and book your tickets below. Ball tickets Frensham Foundation Our Founders Frensham Heights was founded in 1925 by educationalists Beatrice Ensor and Isabel King with the aid of a generous benefactor, Edith Douglas-Hamilton. As Joint Headmistresses, they were passionate about offering an alternative style of education with the child at its heart. A school and a community based on mutual respect, tolerance and generosity of spirit which would educate the whole child – mind, body and spirit. Read More Centenary Events Our Centenary year will be filled with moments to remember, a whole calendar of celebrations running from September through to July. The 1925 Student Day launched celebrations in September and we’ll close with our Centenary Founder’s Day on 4th July 2026. Along the way, there’ll be plenty of favourite traditions like Fireworks Night and the Christmas Fair plus a whole-school Centenary Sports Festival in the summer and our annual musicals and plays that bring the community together, time and time again. There is a series of Reunions for OFs during the Autumn Term. Please head to the OF website to find out more. OF Reunions Centenary Programme Book Events Centenary Gift Shop Our gift shop celebrates the creative talent within our own community including OFs (Old Frenshamians), current parents and current students. We have been blown away by the beauty and quality of the items which have been bespoke made for our Centenary. Please head to our shop and see for yourself. Shop Here 100 OFs Campaign We are on a mission to identify 100 notable OFs from the last one hundred years. These can be former students, parents, staff or Governors. If you would like to nominate someone, please email of@frensham.org with ‘Frensham 100 OFs’ in the subject line. Read More Centenary News Keep posted for the latest Centenary news, including reviews of events, historic moments and memories from our OFs. You can also follow us on our social links below. If you're sharing photos of reunions or centenary events, please feel free to join us and use #Frensham100 Centenary News

WE ARE LOOKING FOR STUDENTS WHO ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT AND DEMONSTRATE A TALENT IN ONE OR MORE OF THE ARTS TO JOIN US FOR SIXTH FORM. DANCE, DRAMA, MUSIC, FINE ART, PHOTOGRAPHY, CERAMICS, GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS OR DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY. Sixth Form Arts Awards Championing the Visual & Performing Arts The Frensham Heights Arts Awards recognise outstanding Sixth Form talent across the creative and performing arts. Open to aspiring artists, actors, dancers, musicians and designers, the awards offer a 15% fee award alongside expert support to help students develop their skills and fulfil their creative ambitions. WATCH OUR NEW PERFORMING ARTS FILM CLICK HERE FRENSHAM HEIGHTS ARTS AWARDS The Frensham Heights Arts Awards give talented young creatives the opportunity to pursue their artistic passions alongside their Sixth Form studies. Whether their interests lie in performing or creative arts, students are encouraged to develop their skills, explore new ideas and opportunities, and build the confidence to take the next step in their creative or performing journey. Successful applicants receive a 15% fee award and become part of a community where creativity is valued, individuality is celebrated and the arts are an integral part of everyday life. With almost 30 subjects available in Year 12, students can choose to follow a predominantly arts-based pathway or combine their creative interests with other Sixth Form subjects, creating a curriculum that is truly their own. The Arts Awards are open to day and boarding students interested in studying one or more of the following subjects: DANCE, ACTING, MUSICAL THEATRE, TECHNICAL THEATRE, MUSIC, CREATIVE INDUSTRIES, FINE ART, PHOTOGRAPHY, 3D DESIGN, GRAPHIC COMMUNICATION. If you are interested in applying for a Frensham Heights Arts Award, please email admissions@frensham.org Arts Awards are allocated each year following a successful audition and/or portfolio interview, which takes place on Sixth Form Interview Day. See here for more information PERFORMING ARTS From the stage to the rehearsal room, Frensham's Performing Arts offer students countless opportunities to perform, collaborate and develop their craft. Students can explore dance, acting, musical theatre, music and technical theatre, supported by experienced teachers and a creative community that encourages experimentation and individuality. Performance is a central part of life at Frensham. Students have the opportunity to take part in musicals, plays, dance performances, concerts and other productions, as well as developing the skills behind the scenes through technical theatre. Whether performing to an audience, creating music together or bringing a production to life backstage, students are encouraged to find their own creative voice and contribute to the wider life of the school. Watch our new Performing Arts Film below to learn more. CREATIVE ARTS Frensham's Creative Arts provide space for students to experiment, take creative risks and develop their own artistic identity. Through Fine Art, Photography, 3D Design, Graphic Communication and Creative Industries, students can explore a wide range of materials, processes and approaches while building the technical and conceptual skills needed to take their work further. With outstanding arts facilities and a culture that values individuality, students are encouraged to develop ideas in their own way, whether that means working traditionally, experimenting with new media or combining different creative disciplines. The breadth of the Sixth Form curriculum also allows students to connect their creative practice with other areas of study and build a pathway that reflects their interests and ambitions. EXTRACURRICULAR & ENRICHMENT Students who are on the Frensham Heights Arts Award Programme will not only receive inspirational teaching from a highly skilled and talented staff, but will also be offered additional opportunities to develop and enhance their passion. Students will benefit from an extensive array of enrichment tailored to their interests. Each student will be assigned a mentor from the teaching team - relevant to their specialism. They will work with their mentor on a bespoke programme which will run alongside their subject curriculum. This could involve specialist training with external experts and academic support when auditions or performances demand time off timetable. Group enrichment would range from trips to the West End or London exhibitions to workshops led by professional performers and artists to support to help you mentor younger students and develop student-led performances or exhibitions. In the visual arts, students will have open access to the studios on weekends which will include the opportunity to work alongside our teachers and technicians – giving students the invaluable experience of watching creative professionals working on their own private or commercial projects. Bespoke paths will include ceramics focus sessions and life drawing workshops. As we build relationships with local and regional creative hubs, students will have the opportunity to take their theatre pieces, bands or artwork on the road to external performance or exhibition spaces. Under the Frensham Heights Arts Awards, we will expect students to not only take full advantage of the enrichment and extracurricular opportunities on offer, but also find ways to enrich the experience of the rest of the school community – for example, by directing student-led performances, supporting Junior School arts clubs or mentoring younger performers or artists. Being part of a through school - from nursery through Sixth Form - allows our older students to gain confidence, communication skills and solid experience by being mentors to our younger students. As a Sixth Form student at Frensham, students will also have access to the full extracurricular programme of clubs and trips. Please click here to view our current extracurricular club programme. EXTRACURRICULAR OUR VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS TEAM Amy Marriott Ceramics Teacher Amy has taught Art and Ceramics at Frensham Heights for five years and also runs four popular lunchtime creative ECAs each week. Passionate about sharing her love of clay and art in all its forms, Amy feels fortunate to work with students who are eager to immerse themselves in the process of designing and making. Clare Esterhuysen Drama Teacher Clare has been a part of the Performing Arts team at Frensham Heights since 2008, alongside teaching she has been a part of many school productions over the years which offer the opportunity to every child in the school to be a part of this thriving department. Hannah Fernandes Art Teacher Hannah enjoys instilling an excitement for Art in all children, exploring the creative challenges that lie at the heart of making, for both students and teacher. Her experience of education and teaching is broad and with great depth; following a degree in History of Art (with textiles and painting) she undertook a Masters in Photography, working at The Royal College of Art, London, and acquired a PCGE in Education from The Institute of Education, London. Katherine Loudoun Head of Art & Ceramics Katherine is a practising painter and printmaker, focusing her work on both architecture and landscape. Many of her work explores processes which are both analogue and digital and she is passionate to keep exploring traditional ways with new technology in the digital era. Rebecca McKellar Head of Dance Rebecca began her dancing life at the age of 5 starting with tap and modern and progressing to Jazz dance. Throughout her schooling she achieved many awards in ISTD tap, modern and jazz eventually completing all grades in both Jazz and Tap. Anna Boon-Arnell Lead Teacher for Graphic Communication and Teacher of Art Anna joined the creative arts team at Frensham Heights in 2021. She believes that the creative subjects in any school are a vital area and a key one to help students develop fully within themselves, educating the whole person, mind, body and spirit. Creative art subjects help to give students a sense of identity, self-expression, and self-assurance. Gemma Burns Head of Design & Technology Gemma has been teaching for 15 years and leads Design and Technology at Frensham. Before moving into education, she worked across film, theatre and branding — creating the weird and wonderful, with projects including The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. Josh Edwards Music Teacher Josh studied academic Music at King’s College, London, and singing at The Royal Academy of Music. Josh’s professional career has taken him around the world, performing as soloist and consort member with some of the best Early Music ensembles such as La Nouva Musica, Stile Antico, and Siglo d’Oro. Lynn Goodburne Dance & Drama Teacher Lynn has worked at Frensham Heights since 2002. She holds a Diploma, Dance and Teaching London College of Dance, Bedford and a B.Phil (Hons), Ballet and Contextual Studies from the Royal Academy of Dance (Durham University) along with qualifications in Tap, Modern, Ballet and National from the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing . Sarah Farr Lead Teacher for Photography Sarah is the Curriculum Lead in Photography, having been at the school for the last ten years. After having children, Sarah decided to expand and explore her interest of photography as a mature student under the University of Surrey, where subsequently after graduating, she launched herself into a career of freelance photography; working independently on several projects, including the local press. Brendan Horstead Director of Creative Arts, Teacher of Fine Art and Graphic Communication Brendan has led the Creative Arts at Frensham since 2008. He has been a resident member of boarding staff since joining the school and part of the Sixth Form Tutor Team for the last twelve years. Giles Rudd Assistant Head (Progress & Assessment) and Design & Technology Teacher Before undertaking his teacher training, Giles worked for one of the world leading civil engineering organisations, creating and developing computer aided design drawings, working alongside structural engineers and architects. He has been teaching Design & Technology for 16 years and is passionate about students believing in their abilities, and achieving excellent design outcomes. Kat Pinnell Director of Performing Arts Kat studied Musical Theatre at the Arden School of Theatre in Manchester where she specialised in singing, acting and dancing. She quickly discovered her passion for directing, writing and applied theatre and after working as a performer, Kat began her teaching career with a hunger to work with young people, direct youth performances and bring drama & theatre to the wider community. Neil Martin Design & Technology and Art Teacher Neil has worked at Frensham Heights since 2018 and gained his post graduate certificate in education whist working here. His main role is as the DT technician but he also teaches DT and Art.

At Frensham Heights, we know exams are important and it's a chance for students to gain a real base of knowledge in subjects they enjoy, but we urge them - and their parents - to focus not on the exams, but on their development during the courses and the skills they'll gain for life beyond. RESULTS Exam results are testament to the hard work, creativity, and passion that our students – and teachers – have put into their subjects. Of course, exams are not the only benchmark of a great education. But we are proud to know that our distinctive style of education – with a focus on independent thinking, imagination, risk taking, and collaboration – actively contributes to exceptional academic outcomes. RESULTS 2026 A LEVELS Frensham Heights Celebrates Another Year of Success Students at Frensham Heights have been celebrating another successful year of GCSE and A Level results, reflecting their hard work, commitment and enthusiasm for learning. GCSE students achieved strong outcomes across a broad range of subjects, providing a solid foundation for the next stage of their education. At Sixth Form, students secured places at an equally diverse range of destinations, reflecting the breadth of interests, ambitions and talents that characterise a Frensham education. This year's Sixth Form leavers are progressing to leading universities in the UK and overseas, including Cambridge, York, Exeter and Cornell University in the USA. Others have secured places at specialist institutions including LAMDA, Trinity Laban and Leeds Conservatoire, while some are pursuing apprenticeships and alternative pathways. From Architecture and Aerospace Engineering to Psychology, Business, Design and Musical Theatre, students are moving on to futures that are as individual as they are. Head Ben McCarey commented: "We are incredibly proud of our students and all they have achieved. What always stands out to me is the variety of destinations our leavers go on to and the confidence with which they pursue their own paths. Whether that journey leads to a university, conservatoire, apprenticeship or something entirely different, our aim is that every young person leaves Frensham with a strong sense of who they are and excitement about what comes next." At Frensham, achievement is about far more than results day. Alongside academic success, students are encouraged to explore their interests, embrace new opportunities and develop the confidence to follow a path that is right for them. GCSE & BTEC RESULTS 2024-2026 A LEVEL RESULTS 2024-2026

One of the real differences about Frensham is our open, equal environment. There is no forced deference or demanded respect. We are all in this together. A strong basis of mutual respect and equality creates an innovative, lively place to work. WORKING AT FRENSHAM TEACHING STAFF As a progressive school, our teachers will find an exciting innovative opportunity to really engage with the students. Their role is not just to disperse knowledge, but to instill lasting learning and skills. Beyond a specific subject, our teachers engage students in cross-curricular projects and social, moral and ethical discussions and above all create genuine, lasting relationships built on mutual respect. There are currently no vacancies for teaching staff. Frensham Heights is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires its staff to share this commitment. All candidates will have a Safeguarding Suitability interview and child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, checks with past employers and a Prohibition from Teaching and Management Check. All posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children. SUPPORT STAFF As a cohesive community, it is just as important that our support staff are onboard with the communal vision and ethos of the school. There are many events throughout the year, not to mention lunchtime everyday, where students, teachers and support staff come together. It's more than just a day job, but something that you can become passionately involved with. School Site Maintenance Apprentice We are looking for a Site Apprentice who will support the smooth day-to-day operation, presentation and maintenance of the school site. Working under the guidance of the Head of Estates and the facilities maintenance team, the postholder will develop practical skills in site maintenance, health and safety, compliance checks, security, grounds support and contribute towards a safe, welcoming and well-maintained environment for students, staff and visitors. Please send the completed application to: susiebirdsall@frensham.org . Download Job pack School Housekeeper We are looking for an organised and experienced Housekeeper to lead our housekeeping team and ensure high standards of cleanliness across the school and boarding houses. Working closely with house staff and the Director of Finance and Operations, you will oversee the team, manage schedules and supplies, and help ensure a safe, welcoming environment for our pupils and staff. Please send the completed application to: susiebirdsall@frensham.org . Download Job pack Minibus Drivers We are looking for friendly and responsible Minibus Drivers to join our transport team, providing safe and reliable journeys for students travelling to and from Frensham Heights. Drivers will work Monday to Friday during term time, covering morning and afternoon routes across the local area. Please send the completed application to: susiebirdsall@frensham.org . Download Job pack Higher-Level Teaching Assistant The Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) will work under the guidance of the Director of Support for Learning and subject teachers to deliver teaching and learning opportunities that raise standards of achievement and attainment of an individual student. The HLTA will do so by utilising advanced levels of knowledge and skills to plan for, monitor and assess the student. The HLTA will encourage the student to be an independent learner and will provide for the social, emotional and mental health needs of individuals/groups, through a nurturing group approach. This is across the educational day as well as unstructured times such as breaks and lunches. This is a permanent role and we are accepting full time and part time applications as the exact hours are not yet known. The role is to begin in September 2026. Completed application forms should be submitted to head@frensham.org Download Job pack Frensham Heights is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires its staff to share this commitment. All candidates will have a Safeguarding Suitability interview and child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, checks with past employers and a Prohibition from Teaching and Management Check. All posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.