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  • BEYOND THE CLASSROOM | Frensham Heights

    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 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 Independence 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.

  • SIXTH FORM ADMISSIONS | Frensham Heights

    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 2026 DEADLINE FOR: Sixth Form Registrations Arts Awards Applications 13 NOV 2026 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

  • FAQS | Frensham Heights

    This is a quick list of terms and queries you may come across during your time at Frensham. FAQS (YRS 7 & UP) Frequently asked questions 01 Appointments Please let Reception and your child's tutor know if your child will be going out of school for an appointment. You will need to sign them in and out at Reception. 02 Behaviour Frensham Heights has a strong ethos based on respect for one another. It’s important to us that everyone is treated with respect and kindness. We give students the opportunity to explain when they feel there is a problem or if they have a conflict with another student. Usually students will be taken away from the situation and given a chance to calm down, speak and resolve. We will either inform you verbally or in writing of such conflicts. Please pass on any messages concerning behaviour to your child’s tutor. For more serious behavioural problems, please refer to our School Rules here. 03 Calendar A digital School Calendar is available at the start of each term. Our calendar is also available online on the parent portal and the week ahead will be shared in Friday's newsletter. 04 Changes at Home Please let your child's tutor or Head of School know if there are changes to your family situation, moving house, illness, work commitments or new arrivals. We can help support you and your child through these. 05 Class Reps / Parents Voice Each year group has a Class Rep plus an additional Boarding Class Rep. These will be communicated to you at the start of the Autumn Term. The class rep sits on the Parents’ Voice committee, which helps support new and existing parents and collaborates with the school. You can find out more about Parents' Voice here. 06 Contact Details Please let Reception and your child's tutor know if any of your contact details change, even temporarily. 07 Contacting Staff You are welcome to send any staff at Frensham an email. Email format is firstnamelastname@frensham.org and you can find our full Staff List here. 08 Dogs Frensham is dog-friendly. Parents are welcome to bring their dog to school at pick-up or drop-off, but please pick up any mess and don’t take them inside the buildings. Please make sure your dog is under control and on a lead at all times and remember that some students and adults may be frightened of dogs. 09 Drop Off Please drop your child off in the Drop-off zone each morning. Please use one of the queues on either side and drive along as far as you can before dropping. Please don't drive down the middle and stop to drop-off as this blocks the flow of traffic. The drop-off is a drop and go zone, if you need to get out of your car for any reason, please park in the Main Car Park and let your child walk in from there. 10 Email We generally only send you communication by email, but it is worth checking with your child to see if they have anything that requires your attention. 11 Founders' Day This is a fun, family day on the last Saturday of the Summer Term where we all come together to celebrate Frensham Heights. The dress code is informal and you can bring a picnic or buy food and drinks here. There are music, dance and drama performances, sports competitions, fete style stalls and talks in the Aldridge Theatre. 12 Friends of Frensham (FOF) A body of parents who run fundraising events throughout the year. All parents are warmly invited to get involved. Any details of meetings or events that FOF are organising are sent out in the school newsletter. 13 Health Centre We are very lucky to have an onsite Health Centre, staffed by qualified nurses. If we are concerned about your child’s health, we will take them to the Health Centre to be assessed by the nurse. They will contact you if they are concerned or if they need to be taken home. The Health Centre hold your child’s medical form and are available for any medical enquiries you may have. (healthcentre@frensham.org) 14 Illness/Absence If you think your child is unwell, please keep them at home where they are more likely to recover quickly. Please note that stomach upsets (vomiting and diarrhoea) require absence from school for 48 hours from the final bout. We will ask students with a temperature to be collected although with your permission we can administer paracetamol while your child waits. If in doubt please contact the Health Centre for advice on school attendance. If you are keeping your child at home, please let Reception and your child's tutor know as soon as possible either by telephone or email. If your child is absent from school for any reason please phone or email Reception. Any planned absences need to go through the Head's Office. 15 Late If they are late (after 8.30am) your child will be marked as late in the register. They will need to go to Reception when they arrive to sign-in before going to class. 16 Lost Property Please make sure anything your child brings in to school is named. Any named items will be returned to your child in due course. It can be very hard to track down unnamed property, but our housekeeping team can be contacted for lost property to see if it has been turned in - lostproperty@frensham.org 17 Medicine Any over-the-counter or prescription medicines must be taken to the Health Centre. They will be administered by Health Centre staff. 18 Newsletter Every Friday afternoon you will receive a school newsletter. Please keep an eye out as it contains a lot of information (notices, events, menus) alongside highlights of the week and messages from the Head and the Head of Junior School. 19 Nut-Free School We are a strictly nut-free school. If your child brings any food items to school, please make sure it is nut-free. We ask that students don’t bring in cakes or treats for their birthdays or other events to keep everyone safe. 20 Online Forms When we need your permission for your child to go on a trip or would love your feedback on something, we will ask you to complete an online form. The link for this will be in the email telling you about the trip or event. 21 Parents' Evenings Years 7 & 8 have a parents evening in the spring term and a progress report and a full report each year. Year 7 & 8 also has a Meet the Tutor and Parent Info evening each year. Year 9 have the same as Year 7 and 8 but have an additional progress report each year. Year 10 have two parent evenings a year, a written report and two progress reports each year. Year 11 have a parents evening, a written report and two progress reports each year. Year 12 has two parents evenings a year, along with two written reports and a progress report Year 13 has one parents evening, a written report, a progress report and a final report. 22 Payments Payments for trips or events will either be added to your end-of-term bill or you will be asked to make a bank transfer to Frensham. Anything requiring additional payment will have details sent for you to approve beforehand. 23 Parent Portal When your child starts with us you will be given a login for the Parent Portal. All our school reports are published here, along with weekly menus for lunch. You can find the Parent Portal here. 24 Performances Frensham has many incredible performances across the school year. Dates can be found in the calendar, full details will be emailed to you as we approach the event. You can find out about events and book tickets here. All performances are open to family and friends. 25 Phones Students in N through to Y11 must not use a mobile phone or smart watch anywhere in school during the school day. All students should have a charged laptop in school each day in order to be able to access lessons. Sixth Form Students Sixth form students may use their mobile phones in and around Roberts House and in lessons with their teacher’s permission. We ask Sixth Form students and staff to model good behaviour to younger students with their mobile phone use around the school campus. No one should use their phones in the dining hall during any mealtimes, breakfast, lunch or dinner. 26 Pick Up Please arrange with your child where and when you will pick them up. You can use the Drop-Off zone or the Main Car Park. Sixth Formers can be picked up at Roberts House. 27 Special Dietary Requirements Our catering department can arrange for any specialist dietary requirement your child may have. Please make sure to fill in the online form here and speak to your child’s tutor if you have any concerns. 28 Special Educational Needs If your child has been identified with additional needs or if you’d like to talk about any please speak to Beverley Wrigglesworth, our Director of Support for Learning. 29 Sports Day Years 7 to 10 will have a Sports Day in the Summer Term. Parents are welcome to come in and watch. 30 Trips Please make sure you have completed the Trips and offsite visits form to allow your child to attend any spontaneous local trips. This can be found here: Forms | Frensham Heights. Any additional costs are added to your bill at the end of term. For residential trips, you will be notified well in advance to sign up your child and payment will be requested by bank transfer, normally with a deposit first and balance closer to the trip. 31 Water Please make sure your child has a clean water bottle with them everyday. There are water fountains where they can refill during the day. 32 Website There is a lot of useful information on this website. Please have a good look around, a useful starting point is the Parents' Info page.

  • STAY & PLAY | Frensham Heights

    Get ready to sing, paint and play! Our new Stay and Play discovery sessions have launched! Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to spend time with your little one? Look no further! We are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new weekly Stay and Play creative discovery sessions, designed for children aged 2 to 4 and their parents or carers. We'll be opening our doors on alternate Tuesday and Fridays for a morning/afternoon of creative fun. Each session will be packed with exciting activities, including: Musical Adventures: Get ready to sing your heart out, dance to catchy tunes, and explore different instruments. It’s a great way for little ones to develop their rhythm, coordination, and love of music. Arty Antics: Time to get messy (in a good way!). We’ll be exploring all sorts of art materials, from paint and crayons to playdough and collage. It’s a fantastic opportunity for children to express their creativity and develop their fine motor skills." Tuesday afternoons are MUSIC discovery sessions and Friday mornings are ART discovery sessions SESSIONS ARE FREE BUT BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL. FREE PARKING ON SITE! Discovery sessions are run by our early years practitioners with our nursery children. 4 to 8 year olds 9.30am - 10.25am Sold Out! 9 to 11 year olds 10.50am to 11.50am Book your place Our Stay and Play sessions are a fantastic way for children to: • Develop their social skills and make new friends. • Explore their creativity and imagination. • Learn through play in a safe and stimulating environment. • Spend quality time with their parents or carers. And for parents and carers, it's a chance to: • Connect with other local families. • Get ideas for activities to do at home. • See our wonderful nursery/preschool in action. • Enjoy some quality time with your little one without having to worry about the tidying up! Come and discover Frensham Heights Nursery! We’re so excited to launch these Stay and Play sessions and provide a fun and engaging space for local families to connect and enjoy quality time together while finding out first hand what makes Frensham a wonderful place to grow up. We believe play is essential for early development and we can't wait to see the children's creativity flourish.

  • Careers Info | Frensham Heights

    Frensham Heights is committed to providing an exceptional careers education that prepares students for life beyond school. As a collaborative community, everyone is valued, respected, and has the opportunity to reach their full potential. CAREERS EDUCATION QUICK LINKS STRATEGIC GOALS COMMITMENT & VISION AIMS & OUTCOMES UNIFROG GATSBY BENCHMARK CDI FRAMEWORK INCLUSIVITY NEXT STEPS QUALIFICATIONS WORK EXPERIENCE Statement of Purpose Frensham Heights is committed to providing an exceptional careers education that prepares students for life beyond school. As a collaborative community, everyone is valued, respected, and has the opportunity to reach their full potential. The Careers Programme, built around the Gatsby Benchmarks and CDI Framework, supports this mission by equipping students with the skills and knowledge needed to make informed career decisions and succeed in the 21st-century workplace. The school's values are embedded throughout the curriculum and reflected in the collection of digital badges offered through the wider curriculum. Using Unifrog, and various physical experiences and interactions, we believe all students will have the opportunity and support to succeed and find their passion and purpose in the wider community. We are committed to striving for the highest standards in line with the ISI Inspection Framework which endeavours to give “pupils of secondary age (11+) access to accurate, up-to-date, impartial careers guidance so that they are able to make informed choices about a broad range of careers options and which helps them to fulfil their potential” (ISI, 2024). STRATEGIC GOALS Strategic Goals The strategic goals of the Career Related Learning (CRL) programme of the school are to; Ensure all career related activity and programmes are inclusive promoting equality, mutual respect and a generosity of spirit. (Gatsby Benchmark (GB) 1. A stable career’s programme) Equip students with the skills, knowledge, and resilience needed to navigate the evolving job market and thrive in their chosen careers securing their future success. (GB 2. Learning from career and labour market information) Provide a nurturing environment where students can explore and develop their unique careers, interests, and strengths. Ensuring each individual feels supported and valued. (GB 3. Addressing the needs of each pupil) Integrate careers education in the broader curriculum to inspire creativity, intellectual curiosity, and a passion for lifelong learning. Preparing students for a diverse career path in the modern world. (GB 4. Linking curriculum to learning to careers) Instil a sense of ethical responsibility and Community engagement in students, encouraging them to consider the broader impact of their career choices and to contribute positively to society. (GB 5. Encounters with employers and employees) Provide a hands-on, real-world experiences through internships, job shadowing and industry partnerships, allowing students to gain practical skills and insights into various careers. (GB 6. Experiences of the workplace) Facilitate opportunities for students to collaborate with peers, mentors, and industry professionals, building a strong network that supports their career development. (GB 7. Encounters with further and higher education.) Offer a variety of enrichment activities such as guest speakers, individual conversations, workshops and careers fairs to broaden students' horizons and expose them to a wide range of careers possibilities. (GB 8. Personal guidance) Commitment & Vision Statement commitment & vision Frensham Heights is committed to: Preparing students to manage their future education and career paths throughout adult life through a comprehensive programme of Careers Education and Work-Related Learning . Achieving excellence in this area of the curriculum, accredited through the Quality in Careers Standard Award by July 2026. Providing independent, impartial face-to-face careers guidance for pupils in years 8 to 13. Ensuring all students have equitable access to impartial careers advice and guidance from external sources. Careers Work at Frensham Heights – Aims and Outcomes The Careers Programme is designed to be accessible and responsive to the needs of each student, with specific aims and learning outcomes for each year group. It is linked to the CDI Careers Development Framework and ensures that every student has access to impartial, external information and guidance delivered through expert in-house staff and specialist strategic partners. Aims and Outcomes Year 7 and 8 Gatsby Benchmarks: 2, 3, 6, 7, 8 Topics: Exploring possibilities, understanding careers, work-life balance, and future planning. Delivery: Tutor-led sessions using Unifrog resources. CDI Framework Links: Self-awareness, exploring careers and career development, managing career decisions. Year 9 Gatsby Benchmarks: 2, 3, 6, 7, 8 Topics: Skills identification, education pathways, decision-making, and labour market understanding. Delivery: Tutor-led sessions using Unifrog resources, including psychometric tests. CDI Framework Links: Identifying choices and opportunities, planning and deciding, handling applications and interviews. Years 10 and 11 Gatsby Benchmarks: 2, 3, 6, 7, 8 Topics: Work experience preparation, employment skills, post-16 options, and financial literacy. Delivery: Unifrog platform, work experience interactions with employers and mentors, and Sixth Form information evenings. CDI Framework Links: Developing employability skills, understanding the world of work, managing transitions. Sixth Form Gatsby Benchmarks: 2, 3, 6, 7, 8 Topics: Higher education applications, career goals, networking, and personal branding. Delivery: Unifrog, Investin experiences, careers podcasts, and guest speakers. Inclusion of Life Beyond Frensham week of activities. CDI Framework Links: Managing career development, understanding the job market, developing professional networks. School-wide Implementation Gatsby Benchmarks: 4 and 5 Careers posters are displayed throughout each department area, highlighting the links between careers and related curricula. This whole school approach to Careers Education is further evidenced through the Careers in the Curriculum Matrix, which showcases interactions between employers and employees across different year groups. For example, highlights include the BusinessInsights@FrenshamHeights TED-style talks and Emergency Services visits to the Junior School, alongside various guest speakers during morning talks and Interest Lectures. Students also experience meaningful interactions with employers and employees during school trips, such as to New York. CAREERS IN SUBJECTS UNIFROG Unifrog Spiral Curriculum Careers Education is embedded throughout life at Frensham Heights and delivered through the tutorial programme. Below are examples of the work the students complete each month to help learn more about themselves, the world around them and empowering them to make informed decisions about their next steps. UNIFROG EXAMPLES Gatsby Benchmarking The Gatsby Benchmarks are a framework of eight guidelines that define best practices for delivering world-class careers education, information, advice, and guidance. Developed based on international research, these benchmarks help schools and colleges provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to make informed decisions about their future careers. At Frensham Heights, we recognise the importance of these benchmarks in preparing our students for successful futures. By integrating the Gatsby Benchmarks into our careers programme, we ensure that every student receives personalised support, access to valuable career and labour market information, and opportunities to engage with employers and higher education institutions. This comprehensive approach empowers our students to explore their interests, develop their strengths, and achieve their career aspirations. A link to Gatsby can be found here Good Career Guidance | Education | Gatsby SEND Gatsby Toolkit At Frensham Heights, we are committed to providing comprehensive and inclusive career guidance to all our students. Our mission is to foster a supportive and dynamic learning environment where every student can thrive and achieve their full potential. In line with our values of inclusivity and excellence, the SEND Gatsby Benchmark Toolkit is used to enhance our careers programme. This offers practical guidance to support young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in their career development. By aligning with the Gatsby Benchmarks, a framework of best practices for career guidance, we ensure that our careers programme meets the diverse needs of our students, promoting positive career outcomes for all. You can access the SEND Gatsby Benchmark Toolkit below to learn more about how we support our students' career aspirations. sendgatsbytoolkit.pdf Gatsby CDI Framework The Career Development Institute (CDI) framework outlines essential principles and practices for effective career education and guidance. By adhering to these guidelines, we ensure that our students receive high-quality, personalised career support, helping them to explore their interests, develop their skills, and achieve their career goals, the Framework is embedded within the Unifrog Spiral curriculum. You can learn more about the CDI framework here. CDI_90-Framework-Career_Development_skills-web.pdf CDI Framework Inclusivity Statement At Frensham Heights, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates individuality and promotes equal opportunities for all students. Our mission is to empower tomorrow’s changemakers through a transformative education that values creativity, community spirit, and authenticity. We believe that every student, regardless of their background or abilities, deserves access to high-quality career guidance and support. Aligning with Gatsby Benchmark 3, we address the individual needs of each student by providing tailored career guidance that challenges stereotypes and raises aspirations. Our careers programme is designed to support students with SEND and other vulnerable groups, ensuring they receive personalised advice and opportunities to explore their career interests. We strive to fulfil the principles outlined by the CDI framework and adhere to the standards set by Ofsted for inclusive education. By maintaining accurate records of each student's career aspirations and progress, we ensure that our careers provision is continuously improving, meeting the diverse needs of our student body. Inclusivity Statement Next Steps At Frensham Heights, we are dedicated to preparing our students for a successful future beyond school. Our Sixth Form plays a pivotal role in promoting various pathways, including university education in the UK and abroad, gap years, apprenticeships, and direct entry into the workforce. Through strategic partnerships with organisations such as The University Guys and Transform Society we provide expert guidance on university applications and course selection. We also offer resources from the Gap Year Association, UCAS, and the National Apprenticeship Service to ensure our students have access to accurate, up-to-date, and impartial information. In line with ISI Section 4, our careers provision highlights a range of options and ensures meaningful interactions for all students, regardless of their background or protected characteristics. By offering personalised support and a wealth of opportunities, we empower our students to make informed decisions about their future and achieve their career aspirations. Useful Links: UCAS | At the heart of connecting people to higher education Browse apprenticeships before you apply Unifrog Start Your Gap Year Here – Gap Year Association Next Steps Diverse Destinations of Frensham Heights Students The destinations our students pursue after leaving Frensham Heights are as diverse and wonderful as the students themselves. From prestigious universities across the globe to unique gap year experiences and fulfilling apprenticeships, our alumni embark on a variety of exciting paths. Explore the map below to see some of the universities and subjects our students have chosen, showcasing the breadth of their achievements and aspirations. DESTINATION MAP Supporting Informed Career Decisions At Frensham Heights, we are committed to providing our students with the tools and resources they need to make informed decisions about their futures. We display posters on the local labour market index in curriculum areas and offer interactive tools such as the Skillsometer and Careerometer widgets shown below. These resources help students identify careers that match their skills, personal attributes, and interests. By utilising the information and tools provided by LMI for All, we ensure that our students have access to accurate, up-to-date, and impartial career guidance aligning with the principles of the Gatsby Benchmarks, ISI standards, and the CDI framework, ensuring that our careers provision is comprehensive and inclusive. Explore the following resources to learn more about the labour market and career opportunities: SKILLOMETER CAREEROMETER These resources empower our students to explore various career paths and make choices that align with their aspirations and strengths. Qualifications Explained At Frensham Heights, we recognise that every student is unique, with different strengths, interests, and career aspirations. Our comprehensive careers guidance programme ensures that all students are encouraged to pursue the right path for them, whether that be through academic, technical, vocational, or work-based qualifications. We provide personalised support to help students explore their options and make informed decisions about their future through a range of activities and resources and provide one-to-guidance. By offering a range of qualifications, students can make their next steps positive ones and pursue qualifications including T Levels, BTEC Extended Diplomas, City and Guilds apprenticeships, Foundation Degrees, and Honours Degrees at Further and Higher Education Institutes or Workplaces. This approach aligns with the principles of the Gatsby Benchmarks, ISI standards, and the CDI framework, ensuring that our careers provision is inclusive and effective. Our commitment to inclusivity means that every student receives the guidance and opportunities they need to succeed, regardless of their background or abilities. We believe that by supporting each student's individual journey, we can help them achieve their full potential and prepare for a successful future. A brief summary of the major pathways are shown below. Qualfications 1/2 Useful Links for Students and Parents At Frensham Heights, we believe that the collaborative efforts of students, parents, alumni and the school are essential in guiding our students towards bright and successful futures. By working together, we can provide comprehensive support and resources that help students make informed decisions about their education and career paths. Below, you will find a selection of useful links that offer valuable information and guidance for both students and parents. These resources cover a wide range of topics, from career advice and university applications to apprenticeships and gap year opportunities. By exploring these links, you can gain insights into the various pathways available and make well-informed choices that align with your aspirations and goals. We encourage students and parents to utilise these resources and engage in open discussions with our dedicated careers team. Together, we can ensure that every student at Frensham Heights receives the support they need to achieve their full potential. USEFUL LINKS useful links Work Experience At Frensham Heights, we know that work experience is a vital component of our students' education, providing them with invaluable insights into the world of work and helping them to develop essential skills and a valuable network for their future careers. Our ethos of fostering creativity, community spirit, and authenticity is reflected in our commitment to offering diverse and meaningful work experience opportunities. By integrating work experience into our careers programme, we ensure that our students can explore their interests, develop their strengths, and gain practical experience in real-world settings. This approach aligns with our values of excellence, inclusivity, and holistic development, preparing our students to thrive in their chosen paths. Work experience is a key element of the Gatsby Benchmarks, particularly Benchmark 6, which emphasises the importance of first-hand experiences of the workplace. Currently we are actively discussing work experience placements in the traditional form at a strategic level. In the meantime, we invite guest speakers and industry professionals to engage with our students to create meaningful interactions and promote virtual work experience opportunities through providers such as Springpod and InvestIN. These initiatives ensure that our students have meaningful encounters with employers and gain insights into various career paths. InvestIN | The Ultimate Work Experience – InvestIN Education What is Virtual Work Experience with Springpod? | Springpod Work Experience Alumni Focus At Frensham Heights, we value the contributions of our alumni, known as Old Frenshamians, who play a crucial role in enriching our Careers provision. By partnering with them through the Frensham for Life program, we provide our current students with valuable insights and guidance on life beyond Frensham Heights and career opportunities. Their experiences and achievements serve as inspiration, helping our students to navigate their own paths with confidence. We are always eager to strengthen our connections with Old Frenshamians and welcome more alumni to share their stories and expertise. If you are an Old Frenshamian and would like to get involved, please get in touch with us. Contact Grant Gallacher Head of Business, Economics and Careers grantgallacher@frensham.org

  • DANCE | Frensham Heights

    Dance is woven into life at Frensham Heights from the very beginning. From Nursery through to Year 9, every student experiences dance as part of their curriculum — developing not just technical skill, but creativity, confidence, and the ability to express themselves through movement. DANCE Join us for an A Level Discovery Workshop Dance is woven into life at Frensham Heights from the very beginning. From Nursery through to Year 9, every student experiences dance as part of their curriculum, developing not just technical skill, but creativity, confidence and the ability to express themselves through movement. From First Steps to the Stage. Our structured dance programme grows with your child. Curriculum dance in the early and middle years gives students a rich grounding in movement and expression, building a vocabulary of physical storytelling that stays with them for life. Dance at Frensham Dance is at the heart of our creative curriculum. From Nursery through to Year 9 , every student explores movement, expression and performance as part of their structured dance education - building confidence, creativity and physical literacy from an early age. This strong foundation leads naturally into GCSE Dance and A Level Dance qualifications for students who wish to pursue dance more seriously, making Frensham Heights one of the few schools to offer a truly continuous dance education from early years through to Sixth Form. Beyond the timetable, students can extend their passion through a vibrant range of extracurricular dance classes including ballet, street dance and commercial dance, ensuring every style and interest is catered for. Performance is central to the Frensham Heights dance experience. Our students perform on a fully professional stage at the Aldridge Theatre, gaining real-world experience of what it means to present to a live audience. This exposure to professional performance develops not only technical skill but also resilience, stagecraft and artistry - qualities that set our students apart. Whether a student is taking their first steps in dance or preparing for an A Level showcase, every performance opportunity is approached with ambition and care. We are immensely proud of our Arts Award programme, which is open to Sixth Form students with a passion for the performing arts. This award offers meaningful financial benefits alongside an exceptional enrichment programme designed to broaden horizons and deepen understanding of the professional arts world. Through direct engagement with professional dancers, our students gain invaluable industry insight, mentorship and inspiration that simply cannot be found in a classroom alone. It is a programme that reflects everything we believe about arts education at Frensham Heights -that great teaching, real experience, and genuine passion create artists who are ready for the world. Frensham Arts Awards

  • HEALTH CARE | Frensham Heights

    Our Health Centre sits inside Main House. It is staffed by qualified nurses every school day during term time, with an out of hours on-call service Sunday – Friday. Students can visit the Health Centre during surgery times and should ask their teacher’s permission if this is during lesson time. HEALTH CARE HEALTH CENTRE Our Health Centre sits inside Main House. It is staffed by qualified nurses every school day during term time, with an out of hours on-call service (for boarders) Sunday – Friday. Students can visit the Health Centre during surgery times and should ask their teacher’s permission if this is during lesson time. Parents can contact the Health Centre on healthcentre@frensham.org MEDICAL QUESTIONS 01 When is the Health Centre open? Term Time Monday – Friday 8.05am – 8.30am 10.30am – 10.50am 12.45pm – 1.45pm 4.10pm – 5pm 02 Do parents need to complete a medical form? Yes! It is essential that parents complete a medical questionnaire form for each child before they start school at Frensham. This includes a consent form for any treatment that may be necessary and any medicines needed while your child is at school. Please inform the Health Centre about medication for children with chronic conditions, such as asthma, diabetes or epilepsy. If your child has diagnosed asthma, they must bring their reliever inhaler into school each day and off site on trips incase needed. If your child has a prescribed adrenaline device, they must carry two auto adrenaline injector pens/adrenaline nasal device on their person at all times in school/off site if on a trip etc. Junior school students with an inhaler/adrenaline device – the class teacher will keep this for safe keeping in case required during the school day/off site. We do encourage students in Year 5 and above to take responsibility for their emergency medication in preparation for year 7. If you have not already completed the Medical Information form for your child, please could you do so as soon as possible and no later than the first day of term. It can be found with our other forms here. If you child has diagnosed asthma, please email their asthma action plan tohealthcentre@frensham.com, otherwise please complete, sign and email the relevant care plan below to healthcentre@frensham.org Child asthma plan – for students aged < 12 years old. Age 12 years and over asthma action plan – for students aged 12 years and over. AIR action plan – for students who have a combination inhaler prescribed containing an inhaled corticosteroid and formoterol such as Symbicort. If your child has an allergy but has not been prescribed an auto adrenaline device, please complete this care plan Allergy Action Plan, sign and email to healthcentre@frensham.org If your child has an allergy and has an auto adrenaline device prescribed, please complete, sign and email the relevant care plan below to healthcentre@frensham.org. If you already have a completed care plan from your child’s Dr, please email this to healthcentre@frensham.org EpiPen Jext EURneffy 03 Frensham Heights Over the Counter (OTC)/Emergency Medications Administered in the Health Centre, boarding houses, school trips and at offsite fixtures. If your child has a medical condition and/or is taking medication, please update the health centre. If your child is excused from games due to a medical reason, please send a note in with your child for the PE staff or please email the teacher. All medicines (over-the-counter and prescribed) brought to school by day or boarding students should be handed over to the School Nurse for safe keeping. For students age 16 years and over, they are able to self-administer medications as appropriate. A discussion with the school nurses needs to take place and a signed self administration of medication form completed by the student and the nurse. Authorised medicines such as asthma inhalers and auto adrenaline injector pens/nasal devices are to be kept by students for their own use in line with our School Treatments and Medicines Policy. All students with diagnosed asthma must carry their reliever inhaler on their person at all times on/off school site and all students with diagnosed anaphylaxis must carry two in date auto adrenaline injector (AAI) pen/nasal devices on their person at all time on/off school site. Below is a list of all over-the-counter/emergency medications administered in the Health Centre, boarding houses, school trips and at off site fixtures: Emergency medication Salbutamol inhaler Adrenaline intra muscularly – in case of anaphylaxis, dose given dependent on age (Administered by School Nurses only) Auto adrenaline injector pen – in case of anaphylaxis, dose given dependent on age Glucogel – low blood glucose Pain relief Paracetamol 500mg tablets Paracetamol 500mg dispersible Paracetamol suspension Ibuprofen 200mg/400mg Ibuprofen suspension Ibuprofen gel Deep heat Arnica cream Allergies/insect bites Cetirizine tablets/suspension (such as Piriteze) Anti histamine cream (such as anthisan) Low blood glucose Dextrose Tablets Indigestion Gaviscon suspension/melts Rennies Urinary Cystitis sachets Rehydration Dioralyte Sore throats Difflam mouth wash Difflam Spray Throat lozengers (Such as Strepsils, Tyrozets) Cold symptoms Cold and Flu sachets/capsules (Paracetamol and a decongestant) Cough linctus Cold sores Acyclovir cream Mouth ulcers Bonjela Skin Conditions Cetraban Doublebase Travel sickness Hyoscine hydrobromide (Kwells) 04 Does Frensham follow a vaccination programme? All routine vaccinations are carried out by the NHS Immunisation Nurses from the Department of Health. Currently, these are: Flu nasal spray vaccinations for Junior School students HPV (Human Papillomavirus) is offered to all girls and boys in Year 8 Final School Booster (diphtheria, tetanus and polio) is offered to all students in Year 9 Men ACWY is offered to all students in Year 9 05 Do you undertake school medical examinations? In line with Department of Health recommendations, we will undertake routine health screening, physical and wellbeing of all new starters. This will be completed on admission and will include height, weight and a basic vision screening by the School Nurse. This is also an opportunity for your child to meet with the school nursing team. Please note the basic vision screening does not replace an eye test by a trained eye health professional and as per NHS recommendations, children and young people should receive an eye test every 2 years. Parents/Guardians can consent for this new student nurse health check on the medical form. 06 When can my child attend medical, dental and optician appointments? Whenever possible, please arrange dental, medical and optician appointments outside school hours or during school holidays. If a student must attend an unplanned appointment during school time, a staff member will accompany the student to this appointment in a taxi. The cost of the taxi journey will be charged to your child’s school bill. If the student is 16 years of age or over and it is appropriate to do so, and the student is happy to they can attend the appointment on their own in a taxi booked by school. The taxi would again be charged to the student’s school account. 07 Do you have a school counsellor? Our School Counsellors provide a confidential service if students feel they would like to have time to talk. Students can make an appointment through the School Nurse or by contacting the Counsellors directly on counsellor@frensham.org 08 Which GP Surgery do the Boarders use? GPs from Holly Tree Surgery, Rowledge are the Medical Officers for the school. All boarders are registered with Holly Tree Surgery unless you inform the Health Centre that you want to opt out on admission. To register your child, we will need a completed medical form before your child is due to start. The form can be downloaded here. The doctors hold a surgery at the Health Centre on Tuesdays at 2.15pm and Thursdays at 10.30am. Any boarder registered with the practice can make an appointment through the School Nurse and, if required, can request to see a male or female doctor. If your child needs to see a doctor at home during the holidays or at weekends, they should be seen as a temporary resident with a local GP. Please do not re-register your child as this will mean they are no longer registered at the school GP practice. Boarders requiring travel vaccines (after parental consent has been obtained) can be taken to the travel clinic at Holly Tree Surgery and any fee will be added to your school bill. Parents should inform the school nurses of any unscheduled vaccinations given by other centres to enable us to keep your child's vaccination records up to date. Boarders registered with the school GP practice may have an initial consultation as needed with the GP when they start at Frensham Heights. 09 Confidentiality & school healthcare professionals The Fraser Guidelines and Gillick Competency framework are legal frameworks that guide healthcare professionals in assessing a child’s ability to make informed decisions about their health and treatment. At Frensham Heights Health Centre, these guidelines are applied to ensure that children receive appropriate medical care whilst respecting their rights and responsibilities of healthcare providers. Learn more about this framework from the NSPCC Gillick competence and Fraser guidelines | NSPCC Learning

  • Register | Frensham Heights

    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

  • STAY & PLAY | Frensham Heights

    Get ready to sing, paint and play! Our new Stay and Play discovery sessions have launched! Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to spend time with your little one? Look no further! We are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new weekly Stay and Play creative discovery sessions, designed for children aged 2 to 4 and their parents or carers. We'll be opening our doors on alternate Tuesday and Fridays for a morning/afternoon of creative fun. Each session will be packed with exciting activities, including: Musical Adventures: Get ready to sing your heart out, dance to catchy tunes, and explore different instruments. It’s a great way for little ones to develop their rhythm, coordination, and love of music. Arty Antics: Time to get messy (in a good way!). We’ll be exploring all sorts of art materials, from paint and crayons to playdough and collage. It’s a fantastic opportunity for children to express their creativity and develop their fine motor skills." Tuesday afternoons are MUSIC discovery sessions and Friday mornings are ART discovery sessions SESSIONS ARE FREE BUT BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL. FREE PARKING ON SITE! Discovery sessions are run by our early years practitioners with our nursery children. Saturday 8th March 2025 2.30pm to 4.30pm Book your tickets Saturday 8th March 2025 7.15pm to 9.15pm Book your tickets Our Stay and Play sessions are a fantastic way for children to: • Develop their social skills and make new friends. • Explore their creativity and imagination. • Learn through play in a safe and stimulating environment. • Spend quality time with their parents or carers. And for parents and carers, it's a chance to: • Connect with other local families. • Get ideas for activities to do at home. • See our wonderful nursery/preschool in action. • Enjoy some quality time with your little one without having to worry about the tidying up! Come and discover Frensham Heights Nursery! We’re so excited to launch these Stay and Play sessions and provide a fun and engaging space for local families to connect and enjoy quality time together while finding out first hand what makes Frensham a wonderful place to grow up. We believe play is essential for early development and we can't wait to see the children's creativity flourish.

  • CHARITY & OUTREACH | Frensham Heights

    Through charity and outreach opportunities, our students can step outside their bubbles, broaden their minds and make a real difference. CHARITY & OUTREACH Our students are very lucky to be given the opportunities they have - an amazing education and a safe, supportive environment. With this, we ask them to look beyond our comfortable bubble and commit to making a change - to making a difference. Whether that is fundraising for our partner schools in Malawi or teaching science and IT to local children - we can each find a way to make a difference. OUR SCHOOL PARTNERS MALAWI SCHOOLS TRUST We have had a wonderful, collaborative partnership with schools in Malawi for over a decade. The Frensham's partnership with schools in Malawi started in 2009 under the leadership of previous Head Andrew Fisher, when our charity efforts that year supported the All Saints School and the nearby AMAO Orphanage in Mtunthama, Malawi. This partnership has continued ever since and it benefits our students just as much as those in Malawi. Staff and students organise and fund trips to Malawi every other year. This gives our students, and staff, the opportunity to see not only how different - and hard - life can be for young people in Africa but also that they can make a very real difference to other people’s lives. And if young people believe they can make a positive impact in the world, they’ll grow into adults who do. Malawi Schools Trust was formed in 2019 to continue this work. Their main vision is that every child in Malawi should have an education. To attain this goal they will work carefully in partnership with local communities on projects that make this possible. One school at a time. At Frensham Heights, we will continue to visit and support our partner schools in Malawi. FIND OUT MORE MALAWI SCHOOLS TRUST HAPPY SPACE Happy Space is a preventative mental wellbeing organisation set up by a group of Old Frenshamians to protect, inspire and empower young people nationwide.. So many mental health issues are preventable with good wellbeing education. They're on a mission to get that education into curriculums nationwide. Their vision is a society free of mental health stigma where every young person has access to the basic toolkit they need to help look after their mental health in the transition to adulthood and beyond. Through their guidebooks, toolkits ad lesson plans, they are helping educators reach out to children at key points to give them the support and knowledge to improve their mental health for years to come HAPPY SPACE OUR OUTREACH PROGRAMMES One of the purposes of our broad curriculum is to give our students the opportunity to try lots of things and find where their passions lie. If we can then give them the opportunity to share their passions and interests with others while getting out into the community, that's even better. 1/1 BORDON JUNIOR SCHOOL Frensham Year 9 and 10 ICT students have been mentoring Year 5 children at Bordon Junior School. They are working with the children to learn coding using robots. ROWLEDGE SCHOOL Frensham Sixth Formers are creating various workshops in Drama, Dance, Languages, Art, Outdoor Ed and Wellbeing to deliver to Reception through Year 6 children at Rowledge School. GOSTREY BRIGHTWELL Every week some of our Years 7 and 8 students head to Gostrey Brightwells Social Centre to share activities and socialise with senior citizens in the community. FARNHAM ASSIST Twice a month, we take a few students to host lunches and high teas with Farnham Assist. They help with serving and cleaning, but also socialise with the guests. We are looking at developing an entertainment aspect to these events. FARNHAM HELP FOR REFUGEES Our school community works together to collect essential donations for Farnham Help for Refugees. Students are also involved in collecting, sorting and delivering the items to the charity. FARNHAM TOWN COUNCIL Two of our Year 10 students performed at the Farnham Town Christmas Lights event in 2021. We hope our students will continue to be able to support such community events in the future. FARNHAM FOODBANK Junior School students collected, sorted and delivered donations for the Farnham Foodbank - specifically food items for local families. PHYLLIS TUCKWELL Our Years 4 and 5 students designed and wrote Christmas cards for patients and residents of Phyllis Tuckwell. CHARITY AND OUTREACH NEWS The Power of Outdoor Education Frensham Heights’ Head Andrew Fisher ruminates on how outdoor education positively affected his own leadership style and his hopes to... Carbon Offsetting Update Frensham has been building a partnership with the Knoydart community in the Western Highlands of Scotland for five years. We are very... 2021 Whole School Charity Walk Friday 15th October was our Whole School Walk. The whole school took part in one way or other with Years 4 up walking 9K to the beautiful... Farnham Help for Refugees Donations Thank you to all families and students who made donations to Farnham Help for Refugees last Friday. As you can see from the pictures the... 100 Miles for Malawi While many teachers couldn't wait to put their feet up for a well-deserved few weeks rest over the summer holidays, Andrew Fisher,... News

  • CONTACT US | Frensham Heights

    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

  • LISA STICKLEY | Frensham Heights

    Join Author/Illustrator Lisa Stickley for a Whimsical Adventure! Get ready for a delightful interactive assembly with Lisa Stickley, the talented author and illustrator behind some truly magical stories. Join us for some drawing and storytelling. Two creative fun-filled sessions. Book your tickets now! 9.30am for 4 to 8 year olds / 10.50am for 9 to 11 year olds BOOK YOUR TICKETS NOW! £5 ADULTS & £2.50 CHILDREN FREE PARKING ON SITE * contact events@frensham.org to ask about school groups Saturday 8th March 2025 2.30pm to 4.30pm Book your tickets Saturday 8th March 2025 7.15pm to 9.15pm Book your tickets What to Expect: Creative Inspiration: Discover how Lisa brings her quirky characters to life, learn about the storytelling process, and explore the world of children's book illustration. Storytime with a Twist: Enjoy a captivating reading of one of Lisa's heartwarming and humorous tales, filled with playful characters and vibrant illustrations. Let Your Imagination Soar: Participate in an exciting draw-along session where you'll create your own unique characters, inspired by Lisa's creative techniques. About Lisa Stickley: Lisa is a creative and curious designer and illustrator with a background in printed textile design from Central Saint Martins and the Royal College of Art. Her love for storytelling blossomed after the birth of her two daughters, and her books are known for their fresh perspectives, playful humour, and distinctive illustrations. Farnham Literary Festival We are delighted to be working with Lisa Stickley to offer events to local families and schools as part of the 2025 Farnham Literary Festival. We are proud to be a part of and sponsor the fourth annual Farnham Literary Festival - a vibrant celebration of the written word, offering a diverse program of events for book lovers of all ages. From author talks and workshops to panel discussions and live performances, the festival brings together writers, readers, and thinkers for a stimulating and inspiring experience.

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