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It's here, the premiere of our NEW School Film.✨ Capturing the heart and soul of Frensham, our staff and students tell the Frensham story as it should be told, in their voices. It's very hard to sum up Frensham Heights, but we think our new film has done the job. The energy, the happiness, the hard work and the creativity are all here. If this feels like the kind of place your child and your family would love, then please have a look around our website and come and see us. Find Out More Come and Visit

Frensham Heights is a very special school, there is a lightness and calmness around the site which comes from everyone being able to be themselves, genuinely. THE FRENSHAM SPIRIT There is an energy about Frensham which is hard to describe. It's a feeling of happiness and lightness, a sense of freedom. It comes from all the children being comfortable in their own skins, their own clothes. With no prefects or head boys and girls, everyone is on a level playing field. They can be who they are. And it comes from our foundation of exceptional pastoral care which thrives on the genuine relationships which develop between all members of the community - looking out for one another. FIRST NAMES & UNIFORMS If you ask someone who’s never visited Frensham, they’ll probably just say we’re a school that uses first names and doesn’t have uniforms. It might be said with a hint of doubt. That’s a bit weird, right? But, if we look around at our modern society – the workplace, family life – is it really so strange? These are actually very simple things, very natural things and their effect in a school setting is quite refreshing – ultimately by taking away that hint of doubt about doing something differently, that worry about being a bit weird. Ours is an environment that says come and be you. If you love dancing, then do that. If you love science, then great do that. If you love wearing woolly hats all year, that’s fine too. Be yourself, be open-minded and you’ve already created the perfect environment for learning. A LEVEL PLAYING FIELD As from our founding days, everyone at Frensham is on a level playing field. When you come here, you can just relax and be yourself. The teachers don’t hide behind titles or formal clothes and the children’s individuality isn’t hidden behind uniforms or false respect. Egos are left at the door. The Head, the littlest nursery child, the newest teacher, the shyest sixth former, the part-time TAs, the support staff. Everyone is an equal, important, valued part of the community. Teachers don’t have to spend time telling students to pull up their socks, instead they have conversations, build relationships. Really special relationships built on genuine, mutual respect and interest. Relationships that spark learning. FREEDOM & RESPONSIBILITY Contrary to what many believe, Progressive Education is not without boundaries. Respect underlies everything we do at Frensham; respect that is earned, not demanded or assumed. We give children more freedom than at other schools, but with freedom comes responsibility and we have high expectations of everyone in our community. There is a misconception that a school without uniforms and with children walking together rather than in lines is a school without discipline. It is true that we don’t give detentions and the sanctions we do give out are not done on a whim for minor mistakes. What we do, and this takes much more time and patience, is talk and listen. MAKING MISTAKES Our students make mistakes, everyone makes mistakes and that is okay, it’s how you grow. You own your mistakes, learn from them and move on. But, the first time is a mistake, and the second time is a choice and you will find then that there are consequences at Frensham, just like at every other school. In any other tight-knit community. Being shut down or shut out is an easy option all around. It stops the conversation, shuts the door and doesn’t allow anyone to move forward or grow up. At Frensham, discipline is based on conversations. It’s not an easy, laissez-faire option. These are difficult two way conversations about putting your hands up and owning and accepting your choices, rectifying, moving on and becoming the best version of yourself. The freedom is here to help our students grow into open-minded, courageous, well-rounded individuals and for the most part they stand up and embrace the responsibility and the trust that goes along with that. It is truly refreshing and the perfect opportunity to get ready for life beyond school. 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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 FIND OUT ABOUT OUR A-LEVEL DISCOVERY SESSIONS FIND OUT MORE ADMISSIONS BOOK A VISIT SAFEGUARDING ISI INSPECTION 2025 GOOD SCHOOLS GUIDE 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. This year we are celebrating 100 Years of Frensham! Read more about our Centenary here. 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 EARLY YEARS Nursery & Reception We provide a rich environment full of interesting things to help stimulate investigation through play and playful teaching. 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 Years 1 to 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

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. 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

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 & DISCOVERY SESSIONS 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 mini open mornings during the school day where you can get a real glimpse into day to day life. Or come for a bigger Friday evening or Saturday 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. Main House Frensham Heights Main House Front Lawn Front Lawn of Frensham Heights Main House Treehouse exterior of the woodland classrooms or Treehouse at Frensham Heights Main House Frensham Heights Main House 1/23 OPEN EVENTS DISCOVERY SESSIONS A LEVEL DISCOVERY 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. open events WHOLE SCHOOL OPEN MORNING Wednesday 28th January 2026 | 9.00am Join us for our Open Morning and experience what makes Frensham the perfect fit for your family. Our forward-thinking approach to education nurtures curiosity, creativity and a genuine love of learning. During the morning, you’ll hear from our Head, Ben McCarey, and have the chance to talk with senior staff, teachers and students. You’ll also explore our beautiful campus, see our facilities and witness our classes in action. It’s a wonderful opportunity to get a true sense of life at Frensham and discover what sets us apart. SIGN UP HERE JUNIOR SCHOOL OPEN MORNING Friday 6th February 2026 | 9.00am Join us for our Junior School Open Morning and see why Frensham is such a special place for young learners. Our nurturing and creative approach inspires curiosity, confidence and a lifelong love of learning from the very start. During the morning, you’ll hear from our Head of Junior School, Nick Oram-Tooley, and meet our dedicated teachers and staff. You’ll have the chance to explore our beautiful campus and see our classrooms buzzing with activity. It’s a wonderful opportunity to experience the warmth of our community and discover what makes a Frensham education so unique. SIGN UP HERE SENIOR SCHOOL OPEN MORNING Thursday 26th February 2026 | 9.00am Join us for our Senior School Open Morning and discover what makes Frensham the ideal environment for students from Year 7 through to Sixth Form. Our progressive and supportive approach empowers young people to think independently, explore their creativity and develop a genuine love of learning. During the morning, you’ll hear from our Head, Ben McCarey, and have the chance to meet our inspiring teachers, staff and students. You’ll also tour our beautiful campus, explore our facilities and see lessons in action. It’s a wonderful opportunity to experience the energy of our Senior School and see what sets Frensham apart. SIGN UP HERE WHOLE SCHOOL OPEN MORNING Tuesday 10th March 2026 | 9.00am Join us for our Whole School Open Morning and discover what makes Frensham such a special place for children from Nursery through to Sixth Form. Our progressive and nurturing approach encourages curiosity, creativity and a lifelong love of learning at every stage. During the morning, you’ll hear from our Head, Ben McCarey, and have the opportunity to meet our dedicated teachers, staff, and students. You’ll also explore our beautiful campus, see our inspiring facilities and watch classes in action across all age groups. It’s the perfect way to experience the spirit of Frensham and understand what truly sets our community apart. SIGN UP HERE WHOLE SCHOOL OPEN MORNING Friday 8th May 2026 | 5.00pm 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 evening will end with refreshments in our ballroom and on the front lawn if weather permits. SIGN UP HERE WHOLE SCHOOL OPEN MORNING Friday 19th June 2026 | 9.00am Join us for our Whole School Open Morning and discover what makes Frensham such a special place for children from Nursery through to Sixth Form. Our progressive and nurturing approach encourages curiosity, creativity and a lifelong love of learning at every stage. During the morning, you’ll hear from our Head, Ben McCarey, and have the opportunity to meet our dedicated teachers, staff, and students. You’ll also explore our beautiful campus, see our inspiring facilities and watch classes in action across all age groups. It’s the perfect way to experience the spirit of Frensham and understand what truly sets our community apart. 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 & SIXTH FORM DISCOVERY SESSIONS JUNIOR SCHOOL DISCOVERY SESSIONS - for students currently in Yrs 1-6 No events at the moment SENIOR SCHOOL DISCOVERY SESSIONS for students currently in Yrs 7-11 Tue 27 Jan A Level Academic Discovery Workshop - Psychology & Politics / Book your place 27 Jan 2026, 14:15 – 16:45 Frensham Heights School, Frensham Heights Rd, Rowledge, Farnham GU10 4EA, UK Explore the fascinating worlds of human behaviour and political systems in our engaging A Level Psychology and Politics workshops. This workshop is for non-Frensham students. Share Mon 02 Feb A Level PE Discovery Workshop / Book your place 02 Feb 2026, 14:15 – 16:30 Frensham Heights School, Frensham Heights Rd, Rowledge, Farnham GU10 4EA, UK Get a dynamic insight into the world of sport and exercise with our A Level PE taster workshop, exploring the fascinating blend of theory and practical application. This workshop is for non-Frensham students. Share Tue 03 Mar A Level Science Discovery Workshop / Book your place 03 Mar 2026, 14:15 – 16:45 Frensham Heights School, Frensham Heights Rd, Rowledge, Farnham GU10 4EA, UK Dive into the exciting realms of Biology, Chemistry and physics and experience the investigative nature of our A Level Science courses in this interactive taster workshop. This event is not for Frensham Heights students. Share Thu 26 Mar A Level Academic Discovery Workshop - French, Spanish, English / Book your place 26 Mar 2026, 14:15 – 16:45 Frensham Heights School, Frensham Heights Rd, Rowledge, Farnham GU10 4EA, UK Immerse yourself in language and critical thinking by exploring the exciting opportunities of our A Level French, Spanish and English Literature taster lessons. This event isn't for Frensham Heights students. Share Tue 28 Apr A Level Drama Discovery Workshop / Book your place 28 Apr 2026, 14:15 – 16:30 Frensham Heights School, Frensham Heights Rd, Rowledge, Farnham GU10 4EA, UK Step into the spotlight and discover the exciting world of performance and theatrical exploration in our A Level Drama taster workshop. This event is not for Frensham Heights students. Share Mon 18 May A Level Dance Discovery Workshop / Book your place 18 May 2026, 16:30 – 18:30 Frensham Heights School, Frensham Heights Rd, Rowledge, Farnham GU10 4EA, UK The workshop will offer practical dance experiences, focusing on choreography, performance and critical analysis - giving each student a good taste of A Level Dance. This event is not for Frensham Heights students. Share Thu 18 Jun A Level Creative Arts Discovery Workshop - 3D Design / Book your place 18 Jun 2026, 14:15 – 16:30 Frensham Heights School, Frensham Heights Rd, Rowledge, Farnham GU10 4EA, UK Unleash your innovative spirit and explore the exciting world of product design, architecture, lighting and jewellery design in this A Level 3D Design taster session. This event is not for Frensham Heights students. Share Discovery Sessions Junior School Discovery Senior School Discovery stay play NURSERY DISCOVERY SESSIONS for children 2 to 4yrs and their parent/carer Tue 17 Mar School is an Adventure Reception Discovery Morning / Book your place 17 Mar 2026, 09:30 – 11:00 Frensham Heights School, Frensham Heights Rd, Rowledge, Farnham GU10 4EA, UK Come on a big outdoor adventure with the Frensham Heights Reception team and see just how inspiring school can be. Share A-LEVEL DISCOVERY SESSIONS for students in Years 10 & 11for children 2 to 4yrs and their parent/carer Tue 27 Jan A Level Academic Discovery Workshop - Psychology & Politics / Book your place 27 Jan 2026, 14:15 – 16:45 Frensham Heights School, Frensham Heights Rd, Rowledge, Farnham GU10 4EA, UK Explore the fascinating worlds of human behaviour and political systems in our engaging A Level Psychology and Politics workshops. This workshop is for non-Frensham students. Share Mon 02 Feb A Level PE Discovery Workshop / Book your place 02 Feb 2026, 14:15 – 16:30 Frensham Heights School, Frensham Heights Rd, Rowledge, Farnham GU10 4EA, UK Get a dynamic insight into the world of sport and exercise with our A Level PE taster workshop, exploring the fascinating blend of theory and practical application. This workshop is for non-Frensham students. Share Tue 03 Mar A Level Science Discovery Workshop / Book your place 03 Mar 2026, 14:15 – 16:45 Frensham Heights School, Frensham Heights Rd, Rowledge, Farnham GU10 4EA, UK Dive into the exciting realms of Biology, Chemistry and physics and experience the investigative nature of our A Level Science courses in this interactive taster workshop. This event is not for Frensham Heights students. Share Thu 26 Mar A Level Academic Discovery Workshop - French, Spanish, English / Book your place 26 Mar 2026, 14:15 – 16:45 Frensham Heights School, Frensham Heights Rd, Rowledge, Farnham GU10 4EA, UK Immerse yourself in language and critical thinking by exploring the exciting opportunities of our A Level French, Spanish and English Literature taster lessons. This event isn't for Frensham Heights students. Share Tue 28 Apr A Level Drama Discovery Workshop / Book your place 28 Apr 2026, 14:15 – 16:30 Frensham Heights School, Frensham Heights Rd, Rowledge, Farnham GU10 4EA, UK Step into the spotlight and discover the exciting world of performance and theatrical exploration in our A Level Drama taster workshop. This event is not for Frensham Heights students. Share Mon 18 May A Level Dance Discovery Workshop / Book your place 18 May 2026, 16:30 – 18:30 Frensham Heights School, Frensham Heights Rd, Rowledge, Farnham GU10 4EA, UK The workshop will offer practical dance experiences, focusing on choreography, performance and critical analysis - giving each student a good taste of A Level Dance. This event is not for Frensham Heights students. Share Thu 18 Jun A Level Creative Arts Discovery Workshop - 3D Design / Book your place 18 Jun 2026, 14:15 – 16:30 Frensham Heights School, Frensham Heights Rd, Rowledge, Farnham GU10 4EA, UK Unleash your innovative spirit and explore the exciting world of product design, architecture, lighting and jewellery design in this A Level 3D Design taster session. This event is not for Frensham Heights students. Share

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 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. We ask our teachers to be brave with their teaching and we ask our support staff to be more than just supportive. It's an environment that reflects many modern workplaces and allows our students to observe adults working inclusively together and to build their own confidence in working with adults and those in more senior positions. 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. TEACHING VACANCIES SUPPORT STAFF VACANCIES 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. 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. SUPPORT 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.

Frensham Heights is a unique and refreshing community. Founded by three inspiring women looking for an alternative style of education, we ask our teachers and staff to be brave in their work and passionate about our ethos. OUR STAFF Frensham was created as a unique and refreshing community, it was founded upon a base of mutual respect and a democracy of voices. Almost a hundred years on and the school still thrives and survives because of the diverse array of experiences and knowledge that is shared here. Staff join and stay because they are drawn by our ethos. It isn't something to be taken lightly, but something to become passionate about. It was forward-thinking even in 1925 and not only does it stand us apart, but it pushes us ahead into the future of education. Heads of Faculty Year Six Team Support for Learning Assistant Head of Sixth Form English Dept Assistant Head (Student Development) PE Department Geography Department School Office Senior Leadership Admissions Health Centre Junior School Boarding Staff Support Staff Pastoral & Progress Leaders Teaching Staff Senior Leadership FRENSHAM STAFF 2025-26 SENIOR LEADERS Ben McCarey Head - email Ben at head@frensham.org Roz Doctor Director of Finance and Operations Andy Spink Deputy Head Nick Oram-Tooley D eputy Head and Head of Junior School Aman da McCallum Director of Education G iles Rudd Assistant Head (Progress & Assessment) Jo Dalziel Assistant Head (Pastoral, Progress & Behaviour) Charlie Bennett Head of Sixth Form J a ck Talman DSL Louise Moore Director of IT Sara A cworth Director of Marketing, Communications & Admissions Sian Owens Head of Boarding Pastoral & Progress Leaders Assistant Heads School Office HEADS OF YEAR Karen McBride Head of Years 7 & 8 Kate Forster Head of Year 9 Paul Hughes Head of Years 10 & 11 Alis on Bundy Sixth Form Pastoral Leader Pippa Gaut Sixth Form Academic Leader SCHOOL OFFICE Lindsey Boyce PA to the Head email Lindsey Susie Birdsall PA to the Support Directors and Head of Governance email Susie Julia Black School Secretary and PA to Deputy Head & Assistant Head (Pastoral) email Julia Mitch Jones School Administrator and PA to the Director of Education & Academic Assistant Head (Progress & Assessment) email Mitch Olivia Hannon Junior School Administrator and PA to the Head of Junior School email Olivia Rachel Al-Azzawi Exams Officer email Rachel Admissions ADMISSIONS & MARKETING Sara A cworth Director of Marketing, Communications & Admissions Sasha Cowley Admissions Jenny Perring Admissions Amy Marriott Social Media Joanne Van Campen Marketing & Events Polly Murray Alumni email our Admissions Team on admissions@frensham.org To email any staff member, use the format firstnamelastname@frensham.org for Ben, use head@frensham.org JUNIOR SCHOOL Nick Oram-Tooley Head of Junior School Olivia Hannon Junior School Administrator and PA to the Head of Junior School juniorschool@frensham.org Meghan Guy JS Assistant Head of Pastoral & Wellbeing Jade Lefevre JS Assistant Head of Teaching & Learning Kim Ramelli Head of Early Years Sarah-Jayne Thorne Fireflies Nursery Manager Kelly Hewitt Junior School Head of Learning Support Hannah Fernandes Junior School Art Teacher Jon Gilpin Forest Class Teacher JUNIOR SCHOOL CLASS TEACHERS Fireflies Nursery Amber Barrett Liz Waite Sarah-Jayne Thorne Tania Negus Reception Kim Ramelli Lauren Jelley Year 1 Esme Lee Lauren Jelley Year 2 Katie Wright Year 3 Elana Pickering Sam Wright Year 4 Jade Lefevre Year 5 Kat e Middleton Ranjani Ravichandran Sarah Davies Year 6 Clive Esterhuysen Meghan Guy Forest Class Jon Gilpin JUNIOR SCHOOL EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONERS & TEACHING ASSISTANTS Debbie Cross Debbie Hun t Gemma Matthews Judith Wallace Kate Greening Lesley Sigley Louise Wheeler Natasha Smith To email any staff member, use the format firstnamelastname@frensham.org Junior School Teaching Staff BUSINESS & ECONOMICS Grant Gallacher Head of Business Studies, Head of Careers Barry Carr Business, Economics and Sociology Teacher COMPUTER SCIENCE & ICT Karl Byrne Head of Computer Science Tim Tester Digital Lead and Curriculum Lead - ICT & IT Teacher CREATIVE ARTS Brendan Horstead Head of Creative Arts Katherine Loudoun Head of Art Anna Boon-Arnell Curriculum Lead Graphics, Photography and Art Teacher Helen Howarth Art Technician Gemma Burns Head of Design & Technology Sarah Farr Curriculum Lead Photography Amy Marriott Ceramics Teacher Neil Martin Design & Technology Teacher and Technician Giles Rudd Design & Technology Teacher, Academic Assistant Head ENGLISH Samantha Stuart Head of English Alison Bundy English Teacher Joe Riley English Teacher and Subject Lead Film Kate Forster Curriculum Lead KS3 English Zoë Richardson English Teacher FILM STUDIES Charlie Bennett Film Studies, History and Politics Teacher Joe Riley Subject Lead Film and English Teacher GEOGRAPHY James Bell Head of Geography Karen McBride Geography, Horizons and PRE Teacher Will Paskell Geography and Horizons Teacher To email any staff member, use the format firstnamelastname@frensham.org HISTORY & POLITICS Matt Burns Head of History Charlie Bennett Film Studies, History and Politics Teacher Amanda McCallum History, Geography and Horizons Teacher Jennie Burrows History and Politics Teacher Sophia Colley History Teacher HORIZONS/PSHE Jack Talman Head of Horizons/PRE Teacher Karen McBride Geography, Horizons and PRE Teacher Aman da McCallum History & Geography & Horizons Teacher Will Paskell Geography and Horizons Teacher To email any staff member, use the format firstnamelastname@frensham.org MATHS Chrissy Rose Head of Maths Ta mzyn Johnson 2nd in Maths D aniel Pullen Maths Teacher Hannah Savory Maths Teacher Jack Scullion Maths and PE Teacher Katherine Howes Maths Teacher Paul Hughes Maths Teacher Sarah Parker Maths Teacher MODERN FOREIGN LANGUAGES Valerie Taylor-Meysonnet Head of EAL and MFL Marta Bautista-Cabello French & Spanish Teache r Richard Arthur French Teache r Kat e Middleton MFL and PSHE Teacher OUTDOOR EDUCATION Linn Kathenes-Mcguigan Head of Outdoor Education Matt Brown Outdoor Education Assistant Jon Gilpin Forest Class Teacher PE & GAMES Phil Stanway Director of Sport Ollie Baker PGCE Graduate Student PE Rory Burwood PE Teacher Jo Dalziel PE Teacher Millie Forrest PE Teacher David Lloyd Sports Coach Sian Owens PE Teacher (Maternity leave) Jack Scullion Maths and PE Teacher Andy Spink PE Teacher To email any staff member, use the format firstnamelastname@frensham.org PERFORMING ARTS Kat Pinnell Director of Performing Arts Laura Eaton Head of Music Rebecca McKellar Head of Dance Sam Sugarman Head of Drama L ynn Goodburne Dance Teacher Clare Esterhuysen Drama Teacher Josh Edwards Music Teacher Tori Edwards Music Teacher (Maternity cover) PERIPATETIC MUSIC TEACHERS Adam Jennings Alex Canadine Alex Curtis Claire Bradder Claire Hasted Dani May Dylan Kirk Hannah Poulsom Jenny Randall Jenni Harper Laura Caister Laurence Hall Mandy Morgan Phil Taylor Roland Chadwick Sally Cartwright Tori Edwards Zoe Phillips PHILOSOPHY, RELIGION & ETHICS (PRE) Caroline Paterson Head of PRE J ack Talman Head of Horizons and PRE Teacher Karen McBride Geography and PRE Teacher PSYCHOLOGY & SOCIOLOGY Paul Sogaard Head of Psychology & Sociology Barry Carr Business, Economics and Sociology Teacher To email any staff member, use the format firstnamelastname@frensham.org SCIENCE Nick Boon-Arnell Head of Science Holly Thompson Head of Physics Andrew Ellison Science Teacher Charlotte Douglass Science Teacher Jeff Loomis Science Teacher Pippa Gaut Science Teacher Richard Jones Science Teacher Janette Wiggs Senior Science Technician Amy Norman Science Technician Kerry Howard Science Technician LEARNING SUPPORT Beverley Wrigglesworth Director of Learning Support Kelly Hewitt Junior School Head of Learning Support Angharad Bullock PA to the Director of Learning Support Anneli Lowe Senior School 1:1 HLTA Julia Harrison Senior School 1:1 HLTA Lindsay Morrison Learning Support Teacher Sarah Parker Learning Support Teacher VISITING TUTORS Clare Brown Cheryl Cran Sally Lowndes Lindsay Morrison Alice Muddiman Sarah Parker HEALTH CENTRE healthcentre@frensham.org Carys Willman, RN Senior School Nurse Debbie Hu ddleson, RN School Nurse Zoe Lightfoot RN School Nurse Lucy Owen School Counsellor Sasan Dowlatshahi School Counsellor Dr. Steve Scott-Perry Medical Officer (visiting) To email the health centre, please use healthcentre@frensham.org Health Centre BOARDING STAFF Sian Owens Head of Boarding Hamilton House (Years 7 to 9) Lynn Goodburne : Head of Hamilton House Jon Gilpin : Deputy Head of Hamilton House Kate Greening : House Parent Hector Walker: Graduate Gap Student Main House (Years 10 & 11) Jack Scullion: Head of Main House Lauren Jelley : Deputy Head of Hamilton House Debbie Hunt : House Parent Roberts House (Sixth Form) Will Paskell: Head of Roberts House David Lloyd: Deputy Head of Roberts House Colette Hill : House Parent HOUSEKEEPING Amy Lee Head of Housekeeping ESTATES Jim Miller Head of Maintenance Mark Blyth Maintenance Assistant Richard Castine Maintenance Assistant Tristan Petch Maintenance Assistant/Caretaker To email any staff member, use the format firstnamelastname@frensham.org SUPPORT STAFF Rachel Goddard Payroll Manager / Enterprises Finance Jasmine Lee Accounts Apprentice Ruby Kwok Accounts Payable Sarah Pridmore Accounts - Fees Hilary Bannister HUB Supervisor Justin Su tton Theatre Manager Helen Tuffin Theatre Technician Ruth Wilde Resources, Reprographics and Transport Mark Dixon Resources & IT Support Caroline Eaton Data Administrator Noel Rasmussen Librarian Sally Vivian Music School Secretary Jane Porter Receptionist Tamsin Paola Receptionist Laura Bell Receptionist Kerry Guy Enterprises Manager Sarah Hyatt-Williams Enterprises Events & Lettings Administrator Boarding Staff Support Staff

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 A TO Z INFO NURSERY & RECEPTION A TO Z YEARS 1 TO 3 - A TO Z YEARS 4 TO 6 - A TO Z YRS 7 & UP - A TO Z FAQS 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 ABSENCES POLICIES SCHOOL DAY TIMINGS ESSENTIAL KIT FORMS HEALTH CARE MUSIC LESSONS SCHOOL RULES TERM DATES TRANSPORT OUR STAFF SPRING TERM ECAs TERMS & CONDITIONS LIFE AFTER 4.30PM BIKE GUIDELINES PARENT PORTAL SPORTS FIXTURES 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 £87.60 per night. We also offer a two week boarding experience to day students once in their time at the school. The cost for this is £600. -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 JUNIOR SCHOOL INDUCTION BOOKLETS NURSERY & RECEPTION YEARS 1 TO 3 YEARS 4 TO 6 MIDDLE SCHOOL SENIOR SCHOOL KEY CONTACTS Main School: 01252 792561 Year 7 & 8: Karen McBride Year 9: Kate Forster 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? For airport transfers to the school, we recommend using: Sapphire Taxis (01252 717100) – contact Robin or Sue Orange Taxis (01252 364666) 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, pajamas, 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 to leave a sensible amount of cash with house staff to cover your child’s individual requirements during the term. Please check with your child’s housemaster for a guide as to how much. You can also arrange for your child to have a bank account locally – our Accounts Office can help with this if necessary once your child has started in September. 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).

Frensham Heights policies and reports POLICIES & REPORTS ACCESSIBILITY PLAN ADMISSIONS ANTI-BULLYING POLICY BEHAVIOUR MANAGEMENT POLICY DISCIPLINE EXCLUSIONS AND REQUIRED REMOVAL POLICY COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE In the 2023/24 academic year, there were seven Stage 2 and one Stage 3 complaints CURRICULUM POLICY DISABILITY POLICY DRESS CODE EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES & DIGNITY AT WORK FIRE EMERGENCIES POLICY FIRST AID AND MEDICAL EMERGENCY POLICY HEALTH & SAFETY POLICY IMAGE USE LOW LEVEL CONCERNS POLICY MEDICATION AND TREATMENT POLICY MISSING CHILD PROCEDURE ONLINE SAFETY POLICY PROVISION FOR NON-NATIVE SPEAKERS OF ENGLISH PERSONAL, SOCIAL, HEALTH AND MORAL EDUCATION (PSHME) PREVENT POLICY RELATIONSHIPS & SEX EDUCATION RISK ASSESSMENT POLICY RISK ASSESSMENT POLICY FOR PUPIL WELFARE ANNEX SAFEGUARDING & CHILD PROTECTION POLICY SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES SCHOOL ATTENDANCE POLICY SEN POLICY SPIRITUAL, MORAL, SOCIAL AND CULTURAL POLICY SUBSTANCE USE & MISUSE SUPERVISION AND STAFF DUTIES UNCOLLECTED CHILD POLICY THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY IN SCHOOLS WHISTLEBLOWING POLICY EXAMS CHILD PROTECTION AND SAFEGUARDING POLICY ANNEX REPORTS ISI SCHOOL INSPECTION REPORT 2025 ISI COMPLIANCE & EDUCATIONAL QUALITY REPORT 2022 ISI REGULATORY COMPLIANCE 2018 ISI INTEGRATED 2015 DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY 2014-2024 HIGHLIGHTS

Frensham Heights is delighted to announce the return of its much-loved Christmas Fair and Carols by Candlelight. This year’s event promises to be more magical than ever, with a host of festive activities for all ages. Join Us for a Magical Christmas Event on Wednesday 10th December! Frensham Heights is delighted to announce the return of its much-loved Christmas Fair. This year’s event promises to be more magical than ever, with a host of festive activities for all ages. Join us for a truly unforgettable Christmas experience. Our stunning Edwardian Main House will be transformed into a winter wonderland, providing the perfect backdrop for a truly memorable evening. Wander through our festive market, where you’ll discover unique gifts from local independent makers and businesses. Indoor Festive Artisan Fair 3.30pm - 8.30pm Immerse yourself in the magic of handmade crafts, delectable treats, and heartwarming gifts, all crafted with love and care by local independent artists. From exquisite jewellery to cozy winter accessories, there's something for everyone. Stall Holders High Ropes Glow Trail 5.00pm - 8.00pm For those seeking a bit of adventure, our Outdoor Ed team will be hosting exclusive sessions on our brand-new high ropes course. Illuminated as a dazzling glow trail, this exciting experience is not to be missed. You can book your slot now or on the day. Book Your Slot Festive Bigwheel & Teacups Ride 3.30pm - 8.00pm Soar above the festive fun on our magical big wheel! Enjoy sky high views of the twinkling lights, high ropes glow trail and festive cheer from atop our illuminated big wheel. This year we will also have a teacups ride! You can buy tokens on the day. Buy Tickets On The Day stall holders Stall Holders Bella and Barns Doggy accessories, for the smart dog around town. Check out their Instagram Campion Rose Dog loving crafter from Hampshire Check out their Instagram Chilly Billy Cashmere Cashmere accessories Check out their Instagram Elodie Accessible jewellery for loving and layering. Check out their Instagram Funky Olive Handmade Bespoke, handmade lampshades Check out their Instagram The Handmade Picture Company Handmade pictures using natural pebbles, sea glass, driftwood and shells. Check out their Instagram Ian Hewitt Walking staffs, boot jacks, chateaux wine boxes Check out their Instagram Marzillicious Handmade marzipan creations Check out their Instagram Noble & Stace Chocolatiers Award winning chocolatier Check out their Instagram Saint Patina Rustic Furniture & Decorative Vintage Homeware Check out their Instagram Second Nature Soaps Artisan handmade soap company Check out their Instagram Snow Moon Creations Bringing colourful vibes to socks,rocks,pots & more Check out their Instagram The Gay Farmer https://www.instagram.com/thegayfarmer/?hl=en Check out their Instagram The Vintage Frog Antique furniture, vintage collectables and quirky home decor Check out their Instagram Bird at Home Candles, diffusers, wax melts Check out their Instagram Capo House Non alcholic cocktail kits Check out their Instagram Claire McKay Designs Cards, bags & prints Check out their Instagram Felty Bee Crafts Felt hand painted gifts Check out their Instagram Gina McAdam Woven flax cotton decorations Check out their Instagram Hawkin Bros Fine English wines Check out their Instagram Imogen Melissa The home of beady goodness Check out their Instagram Miriartist Watercolour art & art prints Check out their Instagram Quince Jewellery Artisan Contemporary Jewellery Check out their Instagram Salt & Clay Nurturing,nourishing skincare Check out their Instagram Saneymi Handcrafted accessories Check out their Instagram Spiced Sussex Woodfired Hot Sauce & Condiments Check out their Instagram The Random Florists Our wreaths are made with fresh foliage from our gardens. Check out their Instagram Wellington Ceramics Ceramic decorations and gifts Check out their Instagram Botanica Home Homewares & Xmas decorations Check out their Instagram Cheese Louise Cheese & food hampers Check out their Instagram Crackpot Mosaics Quirky mosaics using a lot of vintage china. Check out their Instagram Florence Independent clothing & homeware brand Check out their Instagram Grey Star Interiors Home & lifestyle Check out their Instagram Hotitle Delicately designed and created cufflinks and watches Check out their Instagram MadInKa Beautiful, colourful handwoven Kenyan baskets Check out their Instagram Mummy Makes Fudge Handmade buttery, crumbly fudge Check out their Instagram Rosemary & Ridgeway Award winning, sustainable home fragrance Check out their Instagram Sarah Metcalfe Design Printed textile designer and illustrator Check out their Instagram Shine On Nature inspired minimalist jewellery handmade in Sterling Silver Check out their Instagram Tangerine Catering Mediterranean & European cuisine Check out their Instagram The Village Spirit Collective Makers of handcrafted gin Check out their Instagram

They may be the littlest, but our Nursery and Reception children are just as important in our whole school community as the big kids and teachers. They have the same specialist teaching in sports, dance, drama, music and languages. EARLY YEARS AT FRENSHAM They may be the littlest, but our Nursery and Reception children are just as important in our whole school community as the big kids and teachers. They have the same specialist teaching in sports, dance, drama, music and languages - they also perform on the same stage. But, we believe in letting children be little for longer. And a big part of that comes through nurturing their natural sense of wonder and their natural inclination to explore and play. 1/13 JOIN US FOR AN OPEN MORNING QUICK LINKS TEACHING & LEARNING FOREST CLASS PASTORAL CARE OUR STAFF ADMISSIONS EARLY YEARS: NURSERY & RECEPTION Our Nursery and Reception children are learning through a method called Planning in the Moment, which is rooted in the best practice in Early Childhood Education. Little children really are like sponges and they’re learning every second of the day. With Planning in the Moment, our experienced and creative Early Years teachers mould the day’s learning around whatever interests the children may bring in with them. The day after bonfire night will probably bring activities on light and dark (a quick trip to the photography darkroom), hot and cold, shadows, colour, noises, surely with a campfire down at the forest school to top it all off. It’s the kind of education that keeps the children’s imaginations alive and burning to learn more. It provides the environment for powerful learning where children and teachers work together to create new ideas, make together and learn together. It teaches them that their opinions and interests are important, that their voices, no matter how little, will be heard and most importantly, that school is alot of fun. TEACHING LEARNING TEACHING AND LEARNING The Reception teachers will filter Mathematics, Phonics and English through short games and activities. These interjections are firmly child-led with teachers listening to cues from the children - when they are ready, when they are interested, when they are getting a bit overwhelmed - in this way helping the children to remain keen to learn more while giving them crucial skills for learning. It teaches them that their opinions and interests are important, that their voices, no matter how little, will be heard and most importantly, that school is a lot of fun. Class teachers provide holistic teaching through the following curriculum areas: Personal, social and emotional development; Communication and language; Physical development; Literacy; Mathematics; Understanding the world; Expressive arts and design. OUR LEARNING CHARTER - YRS N-3 OUR CLASS SIZES Our class sizes are small allowing for a lot more discussion, flexibility and personality. The maximum class size for Nursery is 16 children and Reception is 10. We have a one class entry for each of these years. TAPESTRY In the Early Years, we use Tapestry, an online platform, to build a very special, unique record of each child’s experiences and development. Tapestry allows us to continuously take the parents along on their child’s learning journey through their early years and primary education. Using photos, videos and diary entries, our teachers and parents weave the story of the child and how they are growing and developing. The Tapestry platform allows these memories to be kept as a permanent record of each child’s unique journey. We update the childrens' online learning journal weekly with photos and videos of both child and adult initiated learning. It is a crucial home/school link supporting the close relationships between the children and families. FOREST CLASS We have an integrated forest school programme which fosters confidence and creativity. Our beautiful forest school sits just beyond our Nursery to Year 3 playground. The children in Nursery and Reception spend two mornings a week down in the forest school learning and exploring in the great outdoors. Our dedicated trained forest leader accompanies our youngest children on their first steps along their Frensham Outdoor Ed adventure where they can enjoy the freedom to explore, to investigate, to experience and to take small but significant risks that help them grow towards being curious and self-aware adults. The adventures on offer are carefully chosen, meticulously prepared and age appropriate. For these littlest members of the school, the adventures will be full of wonder and exploration. FOREST CLASS FIND OUT MORE OUR PROSPECTUS EARLY YEARS BOOKLET OTHER YEAR GROUPS VISIT US PASTORAL CARE PASTORAL CARE As in our older years, every Nursery and Reception child is treated as an individual with their own unique needs and interests. Equally, we know that every child will be at a different point in terms of their physical, personal and emotional development. Our teachers and Early Years Practitioners know each child really well and adapt to make sure each can have challenging and enjoyable experiences in all areas of learning and socialising. Through this individual approach, children achieve deep levels of involvement, which in turn translates into true progress in all aspects of school life. Our school is based firmly on mutual respect between every member of the community from the youngest to the oldest. This respect is not demanded or expected but earned. Our staff treat the children as they themselves would like to be treated - with kindness, generosity and a big listening ear. Small class sizes mean that all children get the time to be listened too - most especially when they are out of sorts of just too tired. We speak more softly and teach more creatively than other schools, but we do still challenge our children to excel, to soar and to leave with all the skills they’ll need for their future paths. OUR STAFF We are very proud of our highly creative, dedicated and experienced EYFS team. All of our staff are qualified from Level 3 up to postgraduate level. They have joined us from a range of backgrounds in nursing, primary teaching and SEN positions. It's a dynamic team who thrive on the imaginations and energy of the children in their care. It's hardly surprising that they tend to stay with us for quite a while! OUR STAFF OUR STAFF

We're making lots of changes to our Nursery! We're just putting the finishing touches on our Nursery areas, inside and out, and we can't wait to tell you about our new hours and options. So watch this space, or email admissions@frensham.org to be the first to hear the news. The new F i r e f l i e s Nursery at Frensham Heights is here! Welcome to Fireflies Nursery, a vibrant and nurturing early years setting nestled within the beautiful grounds of Frensham Heights School in Surrey. We are now open year round (48 weeks) and if you need a longer day or flexible hours, we are open 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday. We also accept 15 & 30 hours funding. Our new hours and options are now available. See Nursery fees . Visit us We'd love to show you around. Spaces are limited, so get in touch at admissions@frensham.org to find out more or book onto one of our open events. A nurturing nursery & preschool in Farnham for children aged 3 to 4 A Day at Fireflies Nursery & Preschool Our daily rhythm is shaped around your child’s interests and energy. With access to Forest School sessions, creative arts, and specialist teaching in French, PE, Music, Drama, and Dance, children enjoy a rich and varied experience. Whether they’re climbing trees, painting masterpieces, or visiting our friendly chickens and goats, every day is filled with discovery. From little learners to confident explorers We believe in an early years education that celebrates each child's individuality. Our experienced EYFS team thrive on the imaginations and energy of the children in their care. We follow a Planning in the Moment approach—responding to children’s interests in real time to create meaningful learning experiences. And the team goes beyond the Nursery practitioners - it includes PE, Art, Music, Dance and languages teachers. Belonging to a wider school community They may be the littlest, but our preschool and nursery children are just as important in our whole school community as the big kids and teachers. They benefit from the same exceptional facilities - they perform on the same stage and all eat together in the same lunch room. You'll even see them enjoying time together with the junior school visiting our chickens and goats in the Frensham Kitchen garden and farm. FIREFLIES NURSERY FEES OPENING TIMES Step into a world of wonder at Fireflies Nursery! Curious about where your little one can truly shine? Come and experience the magic of Frensham Fireflies firsthand. Discover how we offer everything you'd expect from a nurturing nursery setting... and so much more! Fireflies Nursery is open all year round (48 weeks) , from 7:30am to 6:30pm . Our highly trained staff are passionate about encouraging your child's growth and development. Our friendly on-site chickens and goats offer a truly special learning experience! Specialist teaching in French, Drama, PE, Music, Dance, and Art. Nutritious lunch and snacks are all provided and prepared fresh onsite , plus breakfast and tea for those longer days. Tapestry updates will show you their daily discoveries and adventures. Wider school facilities offer exciting opportunities in sport, performing arts, and more! Come and see for yourself! Fireflies Opening Times 2025-26 We are open 7:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday, excluding Bank Holidays and excluding the dates listed below. Christmas 2025: Monday 22nd December 2025 to Thursday 1st January 2026 Easter 2026: Monday 30th March 2026 to Monday 6th April 2026 Summer 2026: Monday 20th July 2026 to Friday 31st July 2026 I want to hear about the new F i r e f l i e s Nursery at Frensham Heights! First Name Last Name Email Message Submit Thanks for submitting!