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Thank you so much for coming to our Open Morning. We hope you enjoyed meeting our staff and students and seeing our beautiful grounds. Here are some useful links to guide you towards next steps. THANK YOU FOR COMING! Thank you so much for joining us for our open event. We hope you enjoyed your tour and getting to meet some of our staff and students. We've gathered a few quick links to point you towards key information, but if you have a specific question, please just fill out the form below and our Admissions team will get back to you as soon as possible. ADMISSIONS BOARDING JUNIOR SCHOOL MIDDLE SCHOOL SENIOR SCHOOL SIXTH FORM Get in Touch I would like to sign up to find out about school events Submit Thank you for getting in touch

Each of our boarding houses has its own dedicated residential team and, as the children grow up through the school, there is a natural progression of increased freedom matched with increased responsibility. Boarding at Frensham, like the whole school, is built on a very firm basis of mutual respect. BOARDING Each of our boarding houses has its own dedicated residential team and, as the children grow up through the school, there is a natural progression of increased freedom matched with increased responsibility. Boarding at Frensham, like the whole school, is built on a very firm basis of mutual respect. Students are probably given more freedom than in other schools, but with that comes greater responsibility and ultimately a better understanding of how to live and behave beyond the school and home environments. We have a mix of UK and international students with at least 15 different nationalities and we ensure everyone has the opportunity to take part in our many after school and boarding activities as well as regular weekend trips and visits. QUICK LINKS YEARS 7 TO 9 YEARS 10 & 11 SIXTH FORM ACTIVITIES OPEN EVENTS A NATURAL BALANCE Within our beautiful environment, Frensham is able to offer the perfect natural balance of home and structure. During the day, boarders are indistinguishable from day students, sharing the same classrooms, day houses and lunchroom, but as the day ends they head to one of our three boarding houses. Our boarders enjoy the experience of moving through Hamilton House (Years 7-9) and Main House (Years 10 and 11) and by the time they get to Roberts House in the Sixth Form, they are ready for a little more freedom and independence. All boarding houses are coeducational. Boys and girls have separate rooms and corridors with shared social areas. Tech and WIFI are monitored and phones are stored away at night for the younger years. Prep time is set and a huge range of activities are organised from basketball to cooking plus shopping and cinema trips. Weekends, in particular, follow the flow and pattern that is family life with busier Saturdays and lazier Sundays. Throughout all there is a natural progression of what is expected from the youngest through to the oldest – a sliding scale of structure, freedom and responsibility. PASTORAL Our boarding houses are like big families – full of sisters and brothers, chatter and laughter, excitement and calm. It can’t be home, but it’s as close as you can get without being at home. In all of 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. We aim to develop tolerant, friendly attitudes and good personal relationships. In school, we try to minimise the distinction between boarding and day students, and we welcome students from around the world. OPTIONS As with most things at Frensham, we understand that one size never fits all so we have a few different boarding options to cover whatever works for your family: FULL BOARDING Full boarding is what it says on the tin - 7 days a week. WEEKLY BOARDING Weekly boarding is Sunday pm to Thursday pm. FLEXI BOARDING Flexi boarding is the same three days every week. OCCASIONAL BOARDING 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. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Our boarding houses include many students from different cultures, nationalities and backgrounds. We welcome boarders from overseas, and believe that the diversity of ideas, experiences and perspectives they bring enriches our boarding community. Our experienced house parents get to know all of our residential students really well and they benefit from a very special home-like setting. Our less formal environment also lends itself to making life long friends so students will go home knowing that their Frensham experience will continue well into the future. MORE ABOUT INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS YEARS 7 TO 9: HAMILTON HOUSE Hamilton House is home to our youngest boarders in Years 7 to 9. Students and residential staff live, study, socialise and relax together in what feels far more like a family home than a boarding house. Coeducational, in keeping with our ethos and like all our boarding houses, boys and girls sleep on separate floors – both alarmed to make sure there is no confusion over which students should be where and at what time. They share common areas for a wide variety of boarding activities - movie and games nights, cookery, yoga and more - not to mention coming together each evening to get their prep done. HAMILTON HOUSE BOARDING BOOKLET HAMILTON YRS 10 & 11: MAIN HOUSE Main House is our coeducational boarding house for students in Years 10 and 11, with girls on one side, boys on the other and common rooms in between. It is a welcoming house where teenagers can live, study, socialise and relax together. Students are given a bit more freedom and with that more responsibility. There are clear expectations about behaviour and respect in a shared living environment. All our boarding houses rely on this strong basis of mutual respect. Boarders can access the house at lunch time and after school, but they are encouraged to be out socialising with day students and taking part in clubs and fixtures. There is allocated quiet time for prep and often house activities or inter-house activities are organised such as football, cooking or a movie night. MAIN HOUSE BOARDING BOOKLET MAIN HOUSE BOARDING BOOKLET MAIN ROBERTS SIXTH FORM: ROBERTS HOUSE Roberts House is our Sixth Form hub. It is much more than a boarding house as Sixth Form day students also have studies here. Sixth Form notices, social events, study sessions and some classes also take place here. It is somewhere students can go during free periods to study and find a bit of peace and quiet. Male and female students have single rooms on separate sides with common rooms in between. Central to Roberts House is Colette, the matron, who offers a friendly ear, a comforting hug or just a cup of tea when the students need a bit of emotional support. Sixth Form boarders can take all their meals in the dining hall, but there are also two kitchens in Roberts House which they can use. Sixth Formers have more freedom than the other boarders - which comes with more responsibility. ROBERTS HOUSE BOARDING BOOKLET ACTIVITIES Boarding life begins when the school day ends. It obviously can’t be fun and games all the time, but evenings and weekends are all about striking the right balance between structured activities, homework and relaxation. Working around prep time and quiet time, evenings and weekends can see boarders really taking advantage of the school site and its facilities. COMMON EVENING ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: • basketball in the sports hall • running/walking in the woods • cooking and arts and crafts • movie and quiz nights We also sometimes go off site for dinner, bowling or the cinema. We don’t have Saturday school, so there is time for a broad range of activities and trips. COMMON WEEKEND ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: • shopping trips to London and Guildford • trips to leisure centres and water parks • supermarket runs to stock up on tuck • trips to restaurants and cinemas • photography and art workshops • sports workshops • high ropes and mountain biking • movie nights and discos In our aim to have our boarding life mirror family life as much as possible, we tend to have a fairly busy Saturday followed by a quieter Sunday. BOARDERS WEEKEND At the beginning of every school year, we hold a Boarders Weekend when all boarders, full and weekly, stay for an activity packed weekend designed so that everyone - boarders and staff - can get to know one another. It is always a really wonderful introduction to the school and our boarding community. ACTIVITIES

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 of 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

Please don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any queries or would just like a chat about your child's education. We know our approach isn't for everyone, but if you like what your see on our website and in our films, then it's more than likely we might be right for you. Drop us a line or book a tour and we'd love to let you know more about Frensham. CONTACT US Please don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any queries or would just like a chat about your child's education. We know our approach isn't for everyone, but if you like what you see on our website and in our films, then it's more than likely we might be right for you. Drop us a line, we'd love to let you know more about Frensham. CALL US ON +44 (0) 1252 792 561 Get in Touch (Current parents, please email tutors or reception@frensham.org ) I would like to sign up to the newsletter to find out about school events Submit Thank you for getting in touch Frensham Heights Rowledge Farnham Surrey GU10 4EA Postcode for sat nav is GU10 4EA. Please check the last mile of the journey with a route map as some navigation systems attempt to direct drivers to the former gatehouse. The turning to Frensham Heights road is 500m East from this point. There is ample parking, including parking for disabled drivers, both at the main house and at Aldridge Theatre. PROPRIETORIAL BODY The School’s Proprietorial Body is the Governing Body of Frensham Heights Educational Trust Limited Registered Office: Rowledge, Farnham, Surrey GU10 4EA Registered Charity No.: 312052. Company Registration No.: 207173 The Chair of Governors, who can be written to at the above address, is currently Mr Simon Wilcox

Clothing and technical equipment specifications for different courses and activities. ESSENTIAL KIT Essential Kit ESSENTIAL KIT 01 PE Kit PE kit can be bought online at www.schoolblazer.com where you will be able to see the full range of kit on the dedicated Frensham Heights pages. Nursery to Year 3 PE Kit Please note, Schoolblazer recommends buying the older PE kit for Year 3, we don’t require this for Year 3, we recommend the kit as shown above, but it is your choice if you want to buy big to wear in Year 4 as well. They will be wearing their PE kit all day in Year 3, so choose something they will be comfortable in. Yrs 4 & up PE Kit (to see all items in Schoolblazer, you need to select 'prefer not to say' for your child's gender) Essential items: Fitness t-shirt Bottoms, choose from below*: * if none of these are comfortable for your child, they may wear navy or black 2-in-1 running style shorts like these - click to view Long socks Shin pads and mouth guards are also essential for everyone Shin pads can be bought from any sports store and should be the correct size for your child. Mouth guards can be bought before your child starts school but parents will be able to buy a custom-fitted mouth guard from Opro. Our Sports Department will send you more details in September about booking your child in for an appointment to be fitted for these at the beginning of term. Swimwear Boys are asked to bring swimming trunks/shorts (not beach wear) and swimming goggles. Girls are asked to bring a one-piece swimsuit in a plain colour, swimming goggles and a swim hat Footwear Boots - can be used for football and rugby. Something simple like this will work. Trainers - Astro trainers are perfect for all year round. For summer term, some more comprehensive running/athletic trainers are useful. Sports bags As you will see when you log on, Schoolblazer also stock a sports bag, but students can bring any sensible sports bag as long as it is clearly named and not too bulky. Desirable items: Optional items: Hockey stick - not needed as we will provide one for lessons. However, if you would like to buy a basic stick its always nice for students to bring their own, especially if they aspire to play in matches. (Wouldn’t be needed until January). Cricket Whites - not essential. Rugby - only additional kit needed is a gumshield, this is also a requirement for hockey so must be purchased before January! You can find these cheaply online (Amazon/Sports Direct) or we have partnership with Opro if you wanted a more specific product but is quite expensive - click here. 02 Outdoor Education & Forest School Children in Nursery to Year 3 get their first taste of the wonder and excitement of outdoor learning through Forest School, which they have as part of the weekly curriculum. Wellington boots are definitely required. Waterproof jackets and trousers are provided. Children in Years 4 to 6 can take part in Forest Class as an extracurricular activity. All Junior School students will require a waterproof jacket. For general one-day OE activities and extracurricular activities (ECAs), the essential list for all Middle School and Sixth Form students is: 1 quick-drying t-shirt 1 pair of quick-drying trousers 1 waterproof jacket 1 pair of waterproof trousers 1 pair of walking boots or sturdy trainers 1 fleece Students taking part in longer OE activities, including Duke of Edinburgh expeditions, will be given a relevant kit list in advance. 03 Maths Students in Years 7-11 need the usual equipment for writing and drawing, plus a ruler, compass (for drawing circles), protractor (measuring angles) and a calculator. For calculators we recommend the Casio FX-83GT CW or the slightly more expensive Casio FX-991CW (which has better functionality suitable in Y10/Y11 but can also be used in Y7/Y8/Y9). Students in the Sixth Form studying A Level Maths need a calculator (we recommend the FX-991CW ) but a graphical calculator Casio FX-CG50 would benefit all those studying A Level and Further Maths (but this is not essential). We can often get the graphical calculator at discounted rates so please ask your Maths teacher before purchasing. Note: For students that are planning to study A-Level or Further Maths it would be worth considering purchasing the Casio FX-CG50 (in year 10 or 11), this can be arranged through the school usually at a discounted rate so please speak to your Maths teacher before purchasing to see if appropriate for your child. 04 Dance Junior School School PE kit is preferred. Hair needs to be tied back. Year 7-11 Students School PE kit is preferred. Other suitable clothing includes jogging bottoms, leggings, footless tights or shorts with a T-shirt, vest top or leotard. Feet need to be bare or suitable soft sole dance shoes. Long hair needs to be tied back. ECA Students Suitable clothing includes jogging bottoms, leggings, footless tights or shorts with a T-shirt, vest top or leotard. Feet need to be bare or suitable soft sole dance shoes. Long hair needs to be tied back. Note: External providers may require specific uniform. These will be outlined at sign up. 05 Laptops All students in Years 7 to 13 must have a laptop. In the 2025/26 academic year we introduced a laptop lease scheme for student devices. The aim is for all students to attend school with the same device, which makes it easier to support and to manage in the classroom. We have chosen a Lenovo – 13w 2-in-1 Gen 3 device as our specified school device and we have various fixed term lease/purchase options available. This device will come with a stylus and a shock proof case. They also come with an accidental damage support package and we have a swap out facility available whereby we lend a laptop to the student should their laptop need to be sent off for repair. The school will manage the repair service for you. The devices will be built to a school specification and managed by the school. If ordered by the 1st August they will be ready for collection at school at the beginning of the September term. The attachment below gives information about the scheme and how to place an order for a laptop, but a more detailed walk through of the scheme is available from this YouTube link Making 1:2:1 devices schemes at Frensham Heights Easy4u! (youtube.com) If you have any questions regarding the laptops and the lease, please contact Easy4U (their email address is on both the flyer and the video) in the first instance. All other IT queries please do contact IT@frensham.org Easy4u Order Flyer - Frensham Heights - 2025 .pdf Download PDF • 744KB 06 Photography Students studying both GCSE and A Level should have their own DSLR or similar – it hasn’t got to be top of the range but it must have the feature to change the shutter speed / aperture / iso .    The major contenders as we know are Canon or Nikon but there are a lot of other options.  The school cameras are Canon 1300D (think this model is now obsolete, look at something like 250D or 2000D, the more zeros the lower the spec) - if students want to be able to use the lenses that school have then they should obviously take this into consideration.  Most standard camera bodies come with a standard lens (18-55) any additional lenses are a bonus !  Students could also consider mirrorless which is a smaller/ less chunky alternative (ie. Canon EOS R100 - Compact Mirrorless Digital Camera or similar) or there are compact camera that you don’t have the facility to change the lens.   A good place to benchmark price is  www.wexphotovideo.com   https://www.wexphotovideo.com/canon-eos-2000d-digital-slr-camera-body-with-18-55mm-is-ii-lens-1655053/ Most cameras come with just one battery, a spare can be useful and remember all cameras need an SD card – better to have a couple of lower size storage than one big one, just incase of damage or losing it.

At Frensham Heights Sixth Form, we pride ourselves on offering an extensive choice of A Level subjects—over 25 options across academic, creative and practical disciplines. Our goal is to help every student build a personalised A Level curriculum that reflects their passions, strengths and future aspirations. SIXTH FORM ADMISSIONS IMPORTANT ADMISSIONS DATES 31 OCT 2025 DEADLINE FOR: Sixth Form Registrations Arts Awards Applications 14 NOV 2025 Sixth Form Entrance Day Arts Awards Auditions and Portfolio Viewings OVERVIEW SIXTH FORM LIFE BEYOND THE CLASSROOM ARTS AWARDS FUTURE PATHWAYS Finding Your School Choosing your Sixth Form is an important step, and we know it’s a personal decision for every student. At Frensham Sixth Form, we offer something different - an education that prepares you for the future, nurtures your talents and helps you become a confident, happy, and fulfilled young adult. Our unique ethos focuses on independence, creativity and personal growth - giving you the skills and experiences to thrive academically, socially and personally. There’s no better way to understand the Frensham Sixth Form experience than to visit us, meet our teachers and students and see our community in action. OPEN DAYS Come along and see our facilities and meet our academic team. BOOK HERE REGISTER Register here to join the admissions process for September 2026 entry REGISTER HERE GET IN TOUCH If you have any questions, please just reach out to our admissions team on 01252 792561 or admissions@frensham.org DISCOVERY SESSIONS FREE DISCOVERY SESSIONS Join one of our A Level Discovery Workshops to experience the Sixth Form first hand A Level Academic Discovery Workshop - Psychology & Politics Tue 27 Jan More info Book your place A Level PE Discovery Workshop Mon 02 Feb More info Book your place A Level Science Discovery Workshop Tue 03 Mar More info Book your place A Level Academic Discovery Workshop - French, Spanish, English Thu 26 Mar More info Book your place A Level Drama Discovery Workshop Tue 28 Apr More info Book your place A Level Dance Discovery Workshop Mon 18 May More info Book your place A Level Creative Arts Discovery Workshop - 3D Design Thu 18 Jun More info Book your place

Frensham Heights hosts a wealth of spaces and rooms available to hire to the community including sports and performing arts facilities. VENUE HIRE 1/35 We are so fortunate to have our amazing facilities. When not in school use, many areas are available for public hire including our expansive astroturf and beautiful recital room. Our beautiful Edwardian Main House with it's authentic cellars also makes a perfect historical film set. We will soon be introducing an online booking system, but for the meantime please get in touch with our Enterprises Team. GET IN TOUCH SPORTS FACILITIES Our state-of-the-art sports facilities offer a wide range of options to suit your needs. Sports Hall: Perfect for indoor sports, events, and exhibitions All-Weather Pitch: Ideal for football, hockey, and other sports, year-round Grass Pitches: Perfect for traditional sports like cricket and rugby Cricket Nets: Ideal for batting and bowling practice Dance Studios: Spacious and well-equipped for dance classes and rehearsals Swimming Pool: Perfect for swimming lessons, aqua aerobics, and pool parties Netball Courts: Ideal for netball matches and training sessions High Ropes Course: Exciting and challenging for team-building and adventure activities To book, please fill in the booking form and email to sarahhyatt-williams@frensham.org BOOKING FORM MUSIC FACILITIES Our beautiful Music Building offers: Spacious Recital Room: Perfect for performances, rehearsals, and auditions. Private Practice Rooms: Ideal for individual lessons and focused practice. Flexible Rental Options: Hourly, daily, and weekly rates to suit your needs. To book, please fill in the booking form and email to sarahhyatt-williams@frensham.org BOOKING FORM ESPORTS PARTIES Esports Party Extravaganza! Two-Hour Gaming Extravaganza for Up to 10 Players - only £350! Includes: Expert Instructor Pizza Box for Fueling Up Intense Gaming Action Book Your Gamin Party Today! To book, please email to sarahhyatt-williams@frensham.org EVENTS AT FRENSHAM When term ends, our beautiful Edwardian Main House comes alive in a different way as Frensham Hall - the perfect venue for a stunning wedding or celebratory event. Located in our gorgeous Surrey Hills and so close to London, with a unique versatility within the house and throughout the grounds, it's hard to find anything comparable. FIND OUT MORE WEDDING WEBSITE

Registering online is quick and simple. Once you're registered, we'll invite you to join us for school events and we'll  automatically include  your child in our entrance process. REGISTER YOUR CHILD Registering online is quick and simple. Once you're registered, we'll invite you to join us for school events and we'll automatically include your child in our entrance process. REGISTER YOUR CHILD If you'd like to take the next step towards joining Frensham, please register your child by clicking the link below. There is a £250 non-refundable fee and the form takes about 15 minutes to complete. We will then be in touch to start the admissions process rolling. The link will take you off to another site, so please head back here to explore more of our website afterwards. REGISTER HERE REGISTER FOR NURSERY Watch this space for some exciting changes to our Nursery, to be announced in April. Please note that our Nursery fees are changing for children joining us from April 2025, so please contact admissions@frensham.org if you are enquiring about a Nursery place. REGISTER FOR NURSERY

At Frensham Sixth Form, we love nothing more than to help students find and forge their futures, following their passions and dreams. With a diverse range of qualifications, an accessible Sixth Form team, amazing facilities and a wealth of enrichment and extracurricular opportunities - your future is in your hands and we've got your back. Where do you want to go? FRENSHAM SIXTH FORM Your Future, Your Way. At Frensham Sixth Form, we love nothing more than to help students find and forge their futures, following their passions and dreams. With a diverse range of qualifications, an accessible Sixth Form team, amazing facilities and a wealth of enrichment and extracurricular opportunities - your future is in your hands and we've got your back. Where do you want to go? IMPORTANT ADMISSIONS DATES 31 OCT 2025 DEADLINE FOR: Sixth Form Registrations Arts Awards Applications 14 NOV 2025 Sixth Form Entrance Day Arts Awards Auditions and Portfolio Viewings DISCOVER OUR SIXTH FORM ARTS AWARDS CLICK HERE OUR COURSES SIXTH FORM LIFE BEYOND THE CLASSROOM DISCOVERY SESSIONS FUTURE PATHWAYS ADMISSIONS A Distinctive and Dynamic Sixth Form Experience at Frensham Heights At Frensham Heights, our Sixth Form offers a vibrant and inclusive environment where diverse talents and passions come together. Here, scientists collaborate with artists, linguists engage with actors and sports psychologists share ideas with dancers. This unique mix of academic and creative disciplines provides exceptional preparation for university, apprenticeships and future careers. Our Sixth Form curriculum is designed to give every student a broad and balanced education - academically rigorous, creatively enriching and culturally diverse. Whether you're aiming for a top university, a competitive apprenticeship or preparing to enter the world of work, Frensham Heights supports you every step of the way. Frensham Sixth Form students go on to pursue an impressive range of next steps - from degree courses in psychology, physics and engineering to fashion management, fine art and music performance. Many also choose high-quality apprenticeships - gaining hands-on experience while continuing their education. Some students have been part of our community since early childhood, while others join us at Sixth Form - but all leave with the confidence, curiosity and respect for others that define the Frensham ethos. If you're looking for a progressive Sixth Form that nurtures individuality and prepares you for higher education, apprenticeships and life beyond school - Frensham Heights could be the perfect fit. How will you choose your Sixth Form? As you consider your Sixth Form options there’s a lot to think about: where will best prepare you for higher education whether that’s university, drama college or an apprenticeship; where will you get a bit more freedom to grow socially, emotionally and academically, somewhere where teachers really get you and know you. Explore the sections below to discover everything that makes Frensham Sixth Form a vibrant and inspiring place to learn. From our wide range of A Level and BTEC courses to our dynamic sixth form community, enriching extracurricular opportunities and comprehensive Higher Education and Careers support, you’ll find all the information you need to make confident choices about your future. We’re here to help you take the next step in your education with confidence. If you have any questions or would like to find out more, please contact us at admissions@frensham.org OUR COURSES FUTURE PATHWAYS SIXTH FORM LIFE ARTS AWARDS BEYOND THE CLASSROOM ADMISSIONS PROCESS READ ABOUT OUR AMAZING 2024 A LEVEL RESULTS! CLICK HERE A-Level Photography an A Level photography student holds a camera in the photography classroom A-Level Photography an A Level photography student poses for a photograph against a white background A-Level Science A-Level Chemistry students work on experiments in the science labs A-Level Photography an A Level photography student holds a camera in the photography classroom 1/10 News Frensham Heights Remembers: A School Community United in Peace Frensham Centenary Fireworks: A Night to Remember Frensham Heights' Addams Family wows Audiences with Standing Ovations Across Four Spectacular Performances

The best way to really find out about Frensham and what makes us different is to come and see for yourself! Come and join us for a whole school open evening. We'll start off with a few words from our Head and a student panel, followed by a tour of the school and finishing up on our beautiful front lawn for a BBQ and music. If you're coming from London, we'd be happy to pick you up at Farnham train station just email events@frensham.org to book your spot on the minibus! REGISTER HERE 5.30pm - 6pm - welcome and refreshments 6pm - 6.30pm - Talk from the Head and student panel 6.30pm - 7.30pm - tours of the school 7.30pm - 8.30pm - BBQ and music on the lawn

At Frensham Sixth Form, education goes far beyond the classroom. While academic success is at the heart of what we do, we also focus on helping students build essential life skills, grow in self-confidence and prepare for whatever path they choose next, be it university, apprenticeships or the world of work. BEYOND THE CLASSROOM OVERVIEW SIXTH FORM LIFE DISCOVERY SESSIONS ARTS AWARDS FUTURE PATHWAYS ADMISSIONS Life Beyond the Classroom: The Edge Programme and Enrichment at Frensham Sixth Form At Frensham Sixth Form, education goes far beyond the classroom. While academic success is at the heart of what we do, we also focus on helping students build essential life skills, grow in self-confidence and prepare for whatever path they choose next, be it university, apprenticeships or the world of work. Students are encouraged to stay active, creative and engaged - with countless opportunities to perform in theatre productions, music concerts, or take part in overseas expeditions that broaden horizons and build real-world experience. The Edge Programme At our Sixth Form, education goes far beyond the traditional curriculum. All Year 12 students take part in The Edge Programme - a dynamic series of short, five-week courses designed to build essential life skills that prepare them for success in the workplace, further education, and adult life. Students develop a wide range of personal and professional competencies including: Creativity Commitment Kindness Independence Leadership Teamwork Problem Solving Communication These skills are carefully logged and tracked through the Unifrog Pathways Portal, giving students a personalised record of achievement. Whether applying for university, an apprenticeship, or their first job, students can confidently showcase real evidence of their abilities—giving them a competitive edge. EXAMPLES OF EDGE COURSES INCLUDE: Sports Leadership, Cooking on a Budget, First Aid, Ivy House Leadership Award, Theatre Tech and many more Your Sixth Form experience goes far beyond lessons and exams, it’s about discovering who you are and what inspires you. At Frensham, enrichment isn’t just an add-on, it’s an essential part of who we are and what makes your Sixth Form journey unforgettable EXTRACURRICULAR CLUBS You’ll have the chance to take part in an incredible range of extra-curricular activities. Whether you’re into rock music, scuba diving, the Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award or film making, there’s something here to match your interests and maybe help you find new ones too. If you’ve got a great idea for a new club or activity, you can create and run it yourself. Sixth Form students often lead their own clubs, developing confidence, teamwork and leadership skills along the way. SEE OUR CURRENT EXTRACURRICULAR CLUBS CHARITY & OUTREACH You’ll have the chance to make a genuine difference through our community and outreach programmes. These experiences are an important part of what makes life at Frensham so rewarding, helping you to grow as a person while contributing to something bigger than yourself. From local charity work and environmental initiatives to international projects, you’ll have the opportunity to give back, connect with others and make a positive impact on the world around you. READ MORE ABOUT CHARITY & OUTREACH MENTORING As a Frensham Sixth Former, you’ll be an important part of our whole school community, acting as a role model and leader for younger students. Sixth Form life at Frensham isn’t separate, it’s about being fully involved and contributing to the vibrant energy of the school. You’ll have the opportunity to get involved in school events and activities, from helping to support Junior School plays to assisting at sporting competitions, creative showcases and community celebrations. TRIPS As part of our through-school community, you’ll have the chance to take part in a wide variety of day and residential trips that bring learning to life. From London theatre visits to international sports, creative and academic trips, every experience is designed to broaden your horizons and inspire new passions. In Year 12, you’ll also have the unforgettable opportunity to spend two weeks in Knoydart, taking part in a mix of outdoor adventures, cultural exploration and community projects. It’s a chance to challenge yourself, connect with others, and gain experiences that go far beyond the classroom. PERFORMANCES At Frensham, we believe the creative and performing arts are central to a well-rounded education. Whether you love being in the spotlight or prefer working behind the scenes, you’ll find countless opportunities to get involved and express your creativity. Each year, students can take part in a rich calendar of performances, including a senior school drama, a musical production plus dance and music concerts. Students also provide live music for Fireworks Night a Founders’ Day. Alongside these major events, there are plenty of informal performance opportunities throughout the academic year, giving every student the chance to shine and develop their artistic confidence. SPORT & FITNESS At Frensham, sport in the Sixth Form is all about choice and balance. Every Sixth Former enjoys a dedicated games afternoon but, as with everything here, it’s tailored to you. If you love to compete, you’ll have the chance to represent Frensham in fixtures against other schools in netball, hockey, football, and cricket. For those who prefer something a little different, there’s a huge variety of options, from climbing, wakeboarding and high ropes to Pilates, spin, yoga, gym fitness, badminton and tennis - and the list keeps growing. Whether your goal is competition, fitness, or fun, Frensham’s Sixth Form sport and wellbeing programme helps you stay active, confident and healthy. "Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire." WB Yeats Super-Curricular Programme Alongside the enrichment listed above, our Super-Curricular Programme gives you the chance to dive into big ideas, new challenges and life skills that go far beyond exams. It’s all about discovering what excites you, exploring potential careers and pushing yourself in ways you might never have imagined. You’ll take part in workshops and hear from incredible guest speakers, including: Edward Timpson KC, CBE, on public service and leadership Rick Findler, a war photographer sharing his frontline experiences Meghan Reign, drag artist, exploring LGBTQ+ journeys and inclusion Zoe Saynor, former England Women’s International, on resilience and sporting excellence Whether it’s developing your confidence, thinking differently, or finding inspiration for your future, the Super-Curricular Programme at Frensham is designed to challenge you, excite you, and give you experiences that stay with you for life.

At Frensham, we treat academic and creative subjects equally and within the younger years particularly, our aim is to offer a very broad curriculum allowing each child to find their own strengths and passions. JUNIOR SCHOOL As a progressive school, we may be different than a lot of very traditional independent schools, but we have classes and timetables and very solid expectations of everyone here. We don’t have uniforms, prefects, head boys and girls or Saturday school, but we do have a diverse curriculum, a lot of outdoor learning time and a very nurturing community. Come and have a look for yourself. 1/14 JOIN US FOR AN OPEN MORNING QUICK LINKS NURSERY & RECEPTION TEACHING & LEARNING PASTORAL CARE OUR STAFF ADMISSIONS JUNIOR SCHOOL: YEARS 1 TO 6 If you've ever worried that your child might be losing that natural love of learning or worried that their special spark might be fading, then we might just be the school you're looking for. We are passionate about keeping that childhood sense of wonder alive. Young children are fascinating. Their ideas are inspiring. Full of an optimism, creativity and open-mindedness that rivals a super power. Their huge imaginations and confident creativity are the basis for an amazing life, an amazing world. These things should be nurtured, encouraged and strengthened, but it's only when you acknowledge that each child shows these things differently - some when they're older, some younger - some visually, some physically, some verbally - only then can you support each child on their own educational adventure. By championing individuality and building a firm basis of mutual respect, our Junior School teachers and children learn together, discuss together and grow together. TEACHING & LEARNING TEACHING & LEARNING Sometimes, when people don’t know us very well, they assume we’re an art school. That our main focus is on the creative and performing arts. We’re quite flattered and we do all of that exceptionally well, but we’re actually a very balanced school. We don’t sway more towards the arts just as we don’t sway more towards traditional academic subjects. Both are essential. A scientist will be stronger for having learnt about colour and texture. A dancer will excel with a good knowledge of geometry and physics. Everyone will benefit from having performed on a stage from an early age. Most independent schools sway heavily towards academics, but you can, and should, have your maths and do a bit of dancing too. CLASS SIZES Our class sizes are small allowing for a lot more discussion, flexibility and personality. The maximum class size for Year 1 is 10 and for Years 2 to 6 is 16-18 children. We have one class per year in Years 1 to 3 and two classes per year in Years 4 to 6. We welcome children to join at any year group where there is space available. OUR LEARNING CHARTER - YRS N-3 OUR LEARNING CHARTER - YRS 4-6 CURRICULUM At Frensham, we treat academic and creative subjects equally and within the younger years particularly, our aim is to offer a very broad curriculum allowing each child to find their own strengths and passions. The core academic curriculum of Maths, English, Science and Topic happens with the year group teams, mainly in the classroom. Due to the small class sizes and our informal relationships, teachers get to know the children really well and really understand what makes each one tick. They can differentiate the work across all subjects to make sure each child receives the support or challenges that they need. We have a team of Teaching and Learning Assistants who support our Junior School, they work with the class teachers during core lessons to make sure all children are making progress. Each year group is different - we look at the children in front of us each year and provide the relevant support to meet their needs, as a group and as individuals. SUBJECT TEACHER LESSONS Our Junior School children have their core classes with their class teachers, but in order to experience a truly broad curriculum, they also have regular classes with subject teachers who teach up through the school - Dance, Drama, Music, IT, PE, Outdoor Ed and Modern Foreign Languages. CURRICULUM BREAKDOWN For the most part, we stick to our timetable, but class teachers do have the flexibility to extend activities if the children are really engrossed and makeup missed time in another subject later. Lessons are 30 minutes long and the weekly breakdown is shown below. English: 9 lessons Maths: 9 lessons Topic: 4 lessons | Yrs 5&6: 3 lessons Science: Yrs 1-3: 3 lessons | Yrs 4-6: 4 lessons Personal, Social, Health Education: 1 lesson Philosophy, Religion, Ethics: 1 lesson per week IT*: 2 lessons French*: Yrs 1-3: 1 lesson | Yrs 4-6: 2 lessons PE/Games*: 4 lessons per week Art: 2 lessons per week | Yr 5: 1 lesson Creative Design Tech* Yr 5: 1 lesson Music*: Yrs 1-3: 1 lesson | Yrs 4-6: 4 lessons Dance/Drama*: 2 lessons per week Forest School*: Yrs 1-3: 4 lessons per week Outdoor Education*: 2 lessons per fortnight * indicates subject teacher OUR SCHOOL DAY We have classes Monday to Friday. Years 1 to 3 start at 8:30am and finish at 3:20pm. Their day is split into five class periods with morning and afternoon breaks and lunch. There are extracurricular activities available at lunchtime and after school. Years 4 to 6 start at 8:30am and finish at 3:30pm. They have five class periods with a morning break and lunch. A range of extracurricular activities run at lunch time and after school. FIND OUT MORE OUR PROSPECTUS YRS 1-3 INFO BOOKLET YRS 4-6 INFO BOOKLET OTHER YEAR GROUPS VISIT US PASTORAL CARE We are a progressive school, but that doesn’t mean we have no structure, no discipline, no rules. That’s not what progressive means. It means we’re forward-thinking, we’re open-minded. We help our children grow in their own unique ways, to develop their own skills and passions. This sets them in good stead for a future world we cannot yet know. We are a modern school, after all the world moves onwards not backwards. We don’t mind a bit of looking backwards, we’re very proud of our heritage, but there’s no point teaching children to mirror long-gone cultural and social ways. Teaching them to live in the past doesn’t make them stronger, it leaves them behind. I f 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. We stand firmly on a base of mutual respect. Teachers don’t demand respect, they earn it. As do the children. We aim to treat each other as we want to be treated. With respect. With compassion. With empathy. With our small class sizes and close relationships between children and teachers, bullying and other behavioural issues are rare and tend to be handled before they can become a problem. If problems do arise, they are handled through calm discussion with each child being given the chance to listen, talk and learn. We have boundaries, but not rules for rules sake allowing children to question, develop self-awareness, awareness of others and take responsibility for their actions. PASTORAL CARE OUR STAFF We seek out innovative teachers - those who aren't afraid to push boundaries, be brave and think outside the box. Teachers who are excited about their lessons and love learning. They inspire that passion in their students putting them in a great frame of mind for their primary education and beyond. OUR STAFF OUR STAFF