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We welcome international students from around the world to Frensham on long and short stays. Around 25% of our boarders are international and regularly include students from France, Germany, Spain, Austria, Romania, Switzerland, Georgia, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, Ukraine, South Korea, Nigeria, Kenya and the US as well as others. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Our modern approach and creative ethos creates an environment where everyone can feel at home. We are very lucky to have been found by many international families looking for a dynamic, future-focused education for their children, whether as day students or boarders. We welcome international students from around the world to Frensham on long and short stays. Around 25% of our boarders are international and regularly include students from France, Germany, Spain, Austria, Romania, Switzerland, Georgia, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, Ukraine, South Korea, Nigeria, Kenya, Australia, the USA to name a few. Every year we sponsor students so they can join us on child student visas – we work closely with you through the visa process and make sure everything is in place before your child starts with us. Our language department supports the learning of additional English where needed. WHY INTERNATIONAL FAMILIES CHOOSE FRENSHAM HEIGHTS A stunning setting on over 120 acres with incredible facilities and its own woodland. Regular trips and visits to attractions and cities including Guildford, London, Brighton, Windsor and surf trips to Polzeath in Cornwall. Close to London (just under an hour by train to Waterloo) and to major airports including Heathrow and Gatwick. Enormous range of extracurricular activities including climbing, art, sport, high ropes, music, drama, social nights and camping evenings. Three co-educational boarding houses, for specific age groups, each with their own style, house parents and a home from home feel. Caring, safe environment with staff living in-house and always on hand to help. BOARDING Our boarding houses are like big families – full of sisters and brothers, chatter and laughter, chaos and calm. It can’t be home, but it’s as close as you can get without being at home. Explore Now Visas VISAS Frensham Heights is a Sponsor under the UK Visas & Immigration’s Tier 4 system. We employ the services of Newland Chase Education to confirm that all the requirements are met for sponsorship, before issuing the Confirmation of Acceptance of Study (CAS), which is required for the visa application.  Once a place has been offered and accepted at Frensham Heights we will put you in touch with Newland Chase Education who will then assist you with your visa application. Guardians GUARDIANS All international students must have a nominated guardian who is over 25 years old and either a British Citizen or Settled in the UK. The guardian must have living arrangements in place that meet the requirement of UK immigration rules and checks will take place prior to the student starting with us to confirm that living arrangements are satisfactory. The guardian is responsible for the student’s travel and accommodation for half term holidays and Bank Holiday weekends and has other responsibilities including when a student is unwell or parents evening when a parent cannot attend. Read about the responsibilities of guardians here. Frensham Heights cannot advise on Guardians, but we strongly recommend that Guardians are accredited by AEGIS, (Guardianship Organisation Accreditation in the UK). EAL ENGLISH AS AN ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE To make the most of the Frensham experience, we encourage all international students to immerse themselves in the English language. An annual fee of £3,750(2024/25) is payable for those international students for whom English is not their primary language and who have been recommended by the School to receive additional support in this area. This fee covers a maximum of two lessons per week for the year. Parents will be advised if further lessons are required at an additional cost. DON’T TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT! Read what others say about Frensham Heights The Good Schools Guide: "Frensham Heights is a fiercely creative and forward-thinking school, but it’s the teacher-pupil relationships that have the power to add value." ISI "The school aims to provide a supportive and nurturing community in which pupils will flourish. It seeks to inspire creativity, intellectual curiosity and passion in its pupils." Muddy Stilettos "A modern and forward-thinking school near Farnham offering a child-centred, holistic education where individuality is celebrated. Impressed!" Talk Education "The focus here is on championing creativity and individuality, and with its liberal and non-punitive approach, first-name terms and absence of uniform, it allows children to show up as themselves knowing they’ll be valued and respected for who they are."

Important forms that will need to be filled out before your child can start at Frensham Heights. Please get in touch if you have any problems. FORMS MEDICAL INFORMATION LANGUAGES QUESTIONNAIRE CATERING ALLERGY & INTOLERANCE FORM INDIVIDUAL MUSIC LESSON REQUEST FORM TRIPS & OFFSITE VISITS FORM TAXI CONSENT FORM (BOARDERS) WEEKEND ARRANGEMENTS (BOARDERS)

This page contains all the links to the course specifications for our A Level choices. A-LEVEL AND GCSE SUBJECT SPECIFICATIONS 3D DESIGN BIOLOGY BUSINESS CHEMISTRY COMPUTER SCIENCE DANCE DRAMA & THEATRE STUDIES ECONOMICS ENGLISH LITERATURE EPQ FILM STUDIES FINE ART GEOGRAPHY GRAPHIC COMMUNICATON HISTORY MATHEMATICS FURTHER MATHEMATICS MATHEMATICAL STUDIES MODERN FOREIGN LANGUAGES FRENCH SPANISH MUSIC CREATIVE MUSIC INDUSTRY (RSL) PHILOSOPHY PHOTOGRAPHY PHYSICAL EDUCATION PHYSICS POLITICS PSYCHOLOGY SOCIOLOGY SIXTH FORM OPTION SPECS ALEVEL GCSE Specs YEAR 10 OPTION SPECS 3D DESIGN BUSINESS STUDIES (BTEC) COMBINED SCIENCE: TRILOGY COMPUTER SCIENCE DANCE DRAMA ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENGLISH LITERATURE ESPORTS (BTEC) FILM STUDIES FINE ART GEOGRAPHY GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES GRAPHIC COMMUNICATON HISTORY MATHEMATICS MODERN FOREIGN LANGUAGES FRENCH GERMAN SPANISH MUSIC PHOTOGRAPHY PHYSICAL EDUCATION RELIGIOUS STUDIES SEPARATE SCIENCES BIOLOGY CHEMISTRY PHYSICS

Frensham Heights School puts the Safeguarding of our children at the forefront of all we do and Safeguarding has the highest priority across the school. SAFEGUARDING Frensham Heights School puts the Safeguarding of our children at the forefront of all we do and Safeguarding has the highest priority across the school. Our policies and procedures are regularly reviewed, updated and ratified by our governing body. Safeguarding our children is the responsibility of all staff at Frensham, all of whom are regularly trained and updated on changes in the Safeguarding landscape, statutory requirements and the best ways to keep our children safe. Online Safety forms a crucial part of our Safeguarding provision, training and support. The children are educated through our Horizons programme throughout their time at Frensham on the many issues related to Safeguarding and given the skills and knowledge to make responsible decisions in order to help them to stay safe. If you have any concerns about the safety or welfare of a child please contact us at dsl@frensham.org or get in touch by phone or in person with our DSL (Jack Talman) or any of the members of our Safeguarding Team. Safeguarding Policy

We've compiled lots of information here for new parents and current alike. We hope you'll find everything you need to know about day to day life and things you might need. If not, just get in touch or ask a teacher and if we don't know, we'll find out. PARENTS' INFORMATION We've compiled lots of information here for new parents and current alike. We hope you'll find everything you need to know about day to day life and things you might need. If not, just get in touch or ask a teacher and if we don't know, we'll find out. WHOLE SCHOOL JUNIOR SCHOOL MIDDLE & SENIOR SCHOOL SIXTH FORM BOARDING A TO Z INFO NURSERY & RECEPTION A TO Z YEARS 1 TO 3 - A TO Z YEARS 4 TO 6 - A TO Z YRS 7 & UP - A TO Z FAQS WHOLE SCHOOL WHOLE SCHOOL Follow these links for information relevant to all students from Nursery through Sixth Form. Contacting staff: you are welcome to call or email us at any time. You can send emails to staff using the format firstnamelastname@frensham.org ABSENCES POLICIES SCHOOL DAY TIMINGS ESSENTIAL KIT FORMS HEALTH CARE MUSIC LESSONS SCHOOL RULES TERM DATES TRANSPORT OUR STAFF AUTUMN TERM ECAs TERMS & CONDITIONS LIFE AFTER 4.30PM BIKE GUIDELINES PARENT PORTAL SPORTS FIXTURES Frequently asked questions 01 How big are your classes? We have one class per year group from Nursery up to Year 3 with small numbers to ensure individual attention. This splits into two classes per year group in Years 4, 5 and 6 with up to 18 per class. In Years 7 and 8, there are usually three tutor groups per year with 16 or 18 students in each. In Year 9, there are four tutor groups. The GCSE and A Level class sizes vary depending on the popularity of student subject choices. 02 What clothes can students wear? We don’t have a uniform, we just ask our students to dress for purpose. Students are free to express their individuality through their clothes as long as it doesn’t interfere with their school day or cause any distraction or offence. Please also ensure that your child has sensible footwear, including waterproof or walking boots and everyday shoes. 03 Can students have bicycles on site? Yes, from Year 7 – please make sure it is insured and in good working order with a strong lock. All students who have a bicycle at school are asked to sign a Bike Contract, which states the basic expectations on safe and considerate use of bicycles in and around school. Apart from those in the Sixth Form, all students need to wear a bicycle helmet. 04 Can students bring medication to school? All medications, including over-the-counter medications, must be handed to the Health Centre on arrival for safe keeping. 05 Do students need a school bag and stationery? Yes, please make sure the bag is suitable for students to carry their books around our vast site. Please also bring a pencil case, pencils, pens, erasers, colouring pencils, etc. It's a good idea to name all personal items. 06 What proportion of students board? We offer boarding from Year 7 upwards - roughly 25% of the students board either as full, weekly or flexi 3 day boarders. Where we have space, students are welcome for an 'occasional night' boarding as well. This should be booked with the boarding house. During the school week there is no differentiation between day and boarding students. 07 How do you handle discipline? Our disciplinary measures are based on mutual respect and self-discipline. We use discussion rather than detention and set targets for changes in behaviour. Depending on the nature of the situation, discussions will occur between the student/s and their teacher or with the Head of School, Deputy Head or Head and if the situation escalates disciplinary sanctions may be used. Aggressive language, shouting and detentions are not used by any staff at Frensham. 08 Can my child take part in competitive sports? We have over 450 sporting fixtures each year for students who love competitive games. If you want your children to love sport, love going to matches and know how to win or lose well, then that’s what they’ll get here. As well as the main sports, we also offer mountain biking, high ropes, surfing trips, hill walking, rock climbing. At the end of the day, our goal is for students to be fit and healthy. A message from the Director of Support for Learning If your child has had a previous or current specialist teacher, speech and language therapist or occupational therapist’s report, can you please ensure that we have this information in the Support for Learning Department. Equally, I would be grateful if you could please send in a copy of any Educational Psychologist’s report that you may have for your child. These reports are vital in informing class and subject teachers of relevant needs. - Beverley Wrigglesworth Director of Support for Learning A message from the Head of Boarding Full, weekly, 3 day flexi and occasional boarding are available to all our students from Year 7 upwards. Occasional boarding is adhoc on a first come, first serve basis - 2 days equivalent per week/per term for Years 7-9 and 1 day for Years 10 and up. The occasional boarding rate is £87.60 per night. We also offer a two week boarding experience to day students once in their time at the school. The cost for this is £600. -Sian Owens Head of Boarding A message from the Frensham Heights Library Find amazing people: come to the library. This busy environment has a full-time librarian and is found in a light and airy skylit, recently refurbished gable space of Flottage. The reading club meets here weekly and the rooms are frequently used for teaching. The walls are lined with nearly 14,000 books, magazines and DVD’s, with a strong bias towards Young Adult Fiction. There are also digital resources and ebooks available. Visitors can sink in to the leather armchairs or sofa or make use of the seating/workspace for 34, including networked workstations. Wifi is available throughout. Students and staff can also make use of the mini café and the enquiry station where anyone can search the web-based library management system. - Noel Rasmussen Librarian JUNIOR SCHOOL JUNIOR SCHOOL KEY CONTACTS Junior School: 01252 797408 | click to email Main School: 01252 792561 After School Club: 01252 797431 Head of Junior School: Nick Oram-Tooley Junior School Administrator: Olivia Hannon JUNIOR SCHOOL INDUCTION BOOKLETS NURSERY & RECEPTION YEARS 1 TO 3 YEARS 4 TO 6 MIDDLE SCHOOL SENIOR SCHOOL KEY CONTACTS Main School: 01252 792561 Year 7 & 8: Karen McBride Year 9: Kate Forster Year 10 & 11: Paul Hughes QUICK A TO Z (YRS 7 & UP) SENIOR SCHOOL INDUCTION BOOKLET SIXTH FORM KEY CONTACTS Main School: 01252 792561 Roberts House: 01252 797490 Head of Sixth Form: Charlie Bennett Head of Roberts House: Will Paskell Sixth Form Pastoral Lead: Pippa Gaut Sixth Form Progress Lead: Alison Bundy Deputy Head of Roberts House: David Lloyd Houseparent of Roberts House: Colette Hill SIXTH FORM SIXTH FORM SPECIFIC LINKS PREPARATION WORK VEHICLE CONTRACT BOARDING KEY CONTACTS Main School: 01252 792561 Hamilton House: 01252 797422 Roberts House: 01252 797490 Head of Boarding: Sian Owens Head of Hamilton House: Lynn Goodburne Head of Main House: Jack Scullion Head of Roberts House: Will Paskell EMAIL SIAN EMAIL LYNN EMAIL JACK EMAIL WILL BOARDING BOARDING SPECIFIC LINKS TAXI CONSENT FORM WEEKEND ARRANGEMENTS FORM BOARDING BOOKLETS HAMILTON HOUSE MAIN HOUSE ROBERTS HOUSE Frequently asked questions 01 When should boarders arrive in September? You will receive an email from our admissions team detailing your arrival times for the start of term in September. Please don’t hesitate to contact the boarding teams if your child is likely to arrive earlier or later than listed – mainly so that we know when to expect you and make sure there is someone on duty to welcome you. 02 Who can we contact during the school holidays? The boarding teams will all be checking their emails periodically over the school holidays so you can email them directly, but if your query needs to be answered more urgently, please copy in our admissions team at admissions@frensham.org as they may be able to help you in the meantime. You can always contact the school office on hello@frensham.org or call 01252 792561. 03 What if we're arriving from overseas? For airport transfers to the school, we recommend using: Sapphire Taxis (01252 717100) – contact Robin or Sue Orange Taxis (01252 364666) 04 Should boarders bring their own towels and bedding? School bedding and towels are provided but your child is welcome to bring their own towels, duvet cover and pillowcase (duvets are single in size). Please make sure that all personal and valuable items, including all clothing, laundry bag and shoes, are clearly named. 05 Can boarders decorate their rooms? Yes, students can decorate their rooms, so they are welcome to bring posters, battery-operated fairy lights, photographs etc. All boarders have their own noticeboard so don’t forget to bring pins and white tac (not blue tac please). 06 What essentials do boarders need to bring? Please bring: sensible, comfortable clothing, pajamas, dressing gown and slippers, a smart outfit to wear to the Christmas Dinner Dance, a warm, waterproof coat suitable for all winter weather, a named laundry bag, named PE, swimming, Outdoor Ed and dance kit (see our Essential Kit section), any kit you've been asked to bring for camps and venture days, two number padlocks for a cupboard used to store valuables, chargers for phone, tablet, laptop etc a supply of usual toiletries (eg shampoo, soap etc), stationery - pencil case, pencils, pens, erasers, colouring pencils, etc, a school bag suitable for students to carry their books to and from school, a small amount of snacks, which should be stored in a sealed container. 07 Can boarders keep medication in the boarding houses? No, all medications, including over-the-counter medications, must be handed to the Health Centre or house staff for safe keeping. 08 Can boarders do their own laundry? Yes, each boarding house has its own laundry area as some students prefer to wash their own clothes rather than using the school laundry, but they will need to bring their own washing tablets. 09 Can boarders have pocket money? Yes, it is a good idea to leave a sensible amount of cash with house staff to cover your child’s individual requirements during the term. Please check with your child’s housemaster for a guide as to how much. You can also arrange for your child to have a bank account locally – our Accounts Office can help with this if necessary once your child has started in September. 10 What forms should we have filled in? If you have not already done so, please can you ensure that you let us have the following completed forms (all of which can be downloaded here): • The standard weekend arrangement form • The single consent form • The taxi form 11 What is the Boarders' Weekend? The Boarders’ Weekend is held on the first weekend of term: from Friday evening through to Sunday. We do expect all boarders, current and new, to remain in school for this weekend as it has proved an excellent way to help children settle in, make friends and get used to their surroundings. Please email Sian Owens if you have any queries (sianowens@frensham.org).

Book tickets to events - performances, workshops, exhibitions - at Frensham Heights School WHAT'S ON With our amazing facilities, such as the Aldridge Theatre, we are fortunate to be able to put on a wide range of performances, concerts, exhibitions and talks throughout the year. Some are just for students, but many are available for the wider community. Have a look to see what's coming, we'd love for you to join us. 1/2 Click to navigate events School Productions School Open Events Events & Workshops Sign Up to Our Mailing List School Productions School Productions Multiple Dates Guys and Dolls Wed 19 Nov More info Book Here Multiple Dates Guys and Dolls Thu 20 Nov More info Book Here Multiple Dates Guys and Dolls Fri 21 Nov More info Book Here Multiple Dates Guys and Dolls Sat 22 Nov More info Details Snowman at Sunset: Fireflies to Year 3 Festive Performance Thu 27 Nov More info Book Here Multiple Dates The Boy, the mole, the fox and the Horse: Years 4 to 6 Festive Performance Tue 02 Dec More info Book Here Multiple Dates The Boy, the mole, the fox and the Horse: Years 4 to 6 Festive Performance Wed 03 Dec More info Book Here Events & Workshops We are working really hard to bring a wide range of entertainment to the local community through film, talks, live performances and workshops. These events are all open to the general public. Multiple Dates Nursery & Preschool Music Discovery Session Thu 13 Nov More info Details Multiple Dates Nursery & Preschool Music Discovery Session Thu 20 Nov More info Book Here John Hoskison - The Power of No: Knowing When to Stand Your Ground Mon 24 Nov More info Book Here Multiple Dates Nursery & Preschool Art Discovery Session Thu 27 Nov More info Book Here Multiple Dates Nursery & Preschool Music Discovery Session Thu 04 Dec More info Book Here Macbeth for GCSE Students: Performance and Workshop Mon 08 Dec More info Book Here A Christmas Carol for GCSE Students: Performance and Workshop Fri 16 Jan More info Book Here A Level Academic Discovery Workshop - Psychology & Politics Tue 27 Jan More info Book Here A Level PE Discovery Workshop Mon 02 Feb More info Book Here A Level Science Discovery Workshop Tue 03 Mar More info Book Here A Level Academic Discovery Workshop - French, Spanish, English Thu 26 Mar More info Book Here A Level Drama Discovery Workshop Tue 28 Apr More info Book Here A Level Dance Discovery Workshop Mon 18 May More info Book Here A Level Creative Arts Discovery Workshop - 3D Design Thu 18 Jun More info Book Here

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

Frensham Heights is a progressive school. Learning is active, with students exploring, collaborating, discussing and discovering. Our aim is for all students to become independent learners and take their education and future in their own hands. OUR APPROACH A progressive approach to education transcends the school years and aims to prepare each child for their future, both along whatever path they may choose but also as part of society as a whole. Students are asked to be active participants in their learning, challenging themselves and taking risks. They're asked to question and explore - to develop as individuals, as part of our school community and as engaged citizens of the wider world. OUR TEACHING & LEARNING We pride ourselves on looking at the whole child. Body, mind and spirit. Every child has potential. Not just a narrow potential to do well in academic tests or behave in a classroom, but each has their own potential far wider than this. An amazing imagination. A keen eye for colour or ear for rhythm. A passion for the environment, for numbers, for human rights, for literature. A natural grace on stage or one that’s still developing. We can miss the mark hugely if we judge children with easy to tick boxes when they undoubtedly have so much more to offer. And so, we offer them a very broad curriculum to let each child follow their own path towards fulfilling their unique potential. Until the end of Year 9, all students will explore a diverse timetable made up of mathematical and scientific, creative and performing, linguistic and literary, physical and technological, moral and spiritual, social and human subjects. All held in equal importance. Our GCSEs and A Levels are equally broad allowing students to create a tailor-made curriculum supporting their passions, strengths and goals. Within the classroom, life is just as diverse. Teachers are supported to be brave and innovative with their teaching. Classes are small allowing topics, activities and discussions to be modified, flexible, adaptable to the students involved. Teachers can break the mould, are encouraged to break the mould. If something’s not working, if interest or understanding is failing, they can stop and discuss. How can we make this interesting for you? How can we make this work? And together they can find that spark that has them all engaged, involved and really learning. Non-competitive classrooms allow the shyest to be more bold and the loudest to be more gentle, more considerate – valuable lessons in their own right. It creates a refreshing place to learn and teach. MEET OUR TEACHERS LEARNING RELATIONSHIPS We talk a lot about relationships at Frensham. To be very honest, and it’s probably clear, we are very proud of the relationships that develop here - they form one of our core values. Not just the schoolmates who go on to be lifelong friends and actually not just the relationships between people. At Frensham, really special relationships grow between teachers and students and from that between students and the subjects they become passionate about during their time here. With a more informal setting and smaller classes, the teachers and students really get to know each other. Literally on a first-name basis. This is important because we ask our students to step up and be more responsible and self-motivated than they may need to be elsewhere. We don’t micro-manage, we do support, but ultimately it’s down to each child to take control of their learning. Teachers learn each child’s strengths and weaknesses. They reinforce where needed and push where they can, but most importantly, they are a friendly face. They genuinely want to help, not to intimidate or belittle. Our teachers love the subjects they teach and they really want to pass that on. Their enthusiasm, interest and passion overflows into their students, particularly those that find they love those subjects too. That genuine shared enthusiasm breaks down barriers to learning. There’s no stigma attached. You can love maths and chat equations with your tutor at break. You can sing your heart out in the corridor on the way to class. No one will judge. You can be really academic or truly creative or both. The support you see here between students, between friends, really can bring tears to your eyes. As long as you do your best, take a few risks, step out of your comfort zone now and then, Frensham can support you with whatever your dreams may be. LEARNING ENVIRONMENT In many ways, on first glance, our classrooms won’t look so different from anywhere else, but on second glance, you might notice that the teacher probably isn’t standing at the front. They’re more likely to be mingled in amongst the students. You might start to notice that the volume is a bit higher, it’s not just the teacher talking, the students – in all year groups – will be discussing and taking part too. Some classes might have gone outside, some might be using the tarmac as a giant blackboard or the woods as a setting for some creative writing. In all cases there will be a flexibility at work allowing the lessons to be moulded to keep everyone’s interest high. In every lesson what will stand out is the genuine relationships between the teachers and students. This develops both from our small class sizes and our more informal approach - our first name basis and sense of equality and mutual respect. This creates a learning environment that is not often found in an academic setting - a positive and safe academic learning environment where students and teachers can be brave and not afraid to take risks or make mistakes. SPORTS OUTDOOR ED CREATIVITY Creativity at Frensham is not limited to the creative subjects. It also sits at the heart of our academics. We strive for creativity of thought in every academic pursuit – to look at things differently, to consider a different approach - this forms one of our core values. We hope each student can find their own way to be engaged, that teachers can find a way to get everyone excited. Beyond that, developing a strong practice of creative thinking is imperative for life after Frensham. We aim to develop each student into a questioning and socially conscious young person. Someone who isn’t scared to challenge the norm, to question and speak up, someone who will make a difference whilst at Frensham and beyond. HOMEWORK Students are set homework if it is meaningful and adds something to their learning. We don't set homework just for the sake of it and sometimes giving students time to simply reflect on their learning can be a powerful tool. However, homework does give students the opportunity to work on essential life skills like organisation, time management and self discipline. It can also provide opportunities to consolidate learning and engage in a topic or independent research. Homework can be extremely valuable but never at the expense of student wellbeing. Our priority is about striking the balance between homework providing academic support but also not becoming overwhelming. We want our students to be able to have time out of school to be children - to rest and play. If we strike the balance right, these are not mutually exclusive. SUPPORT FOR LEARNING We have an excellent Support for Learning team and we are able to offer support to children with mild learning difficulties. Through our entrance process, we will assess whether we can meet the needs of each child - this is to ensure that all students can flourish and thrive during their time at Frensham. We are unable to provide dedicated teaching assistants or one-to-one support in class. We are also unable to support children with moderate or severe learning needs. OUR SEN POLICY

A place for Old Frenshamians to get in touch and find out what's going on at Frensham Heights and beyond. WHO WE BECOME Frensham is definitely not a one size fits all kind of school so it's not surprising that our alumni go on to follow an amazing array of careers - dancers, doctors, engineers, actors, politicians, musicians, sculptors, scientists, teachers, entrepreneurs... But the one thing they all have in common is that they all remain part of our community. Frensham Heights is a school that stays with you long after you leave. The relationships built here, the confidence grown and the personalities that have emerged - they all last long beyond each students time here. We are so proud of our students and staff, past and present. They are what make this school unique and unforgettable. WELCOME OLD FRENSHAMIANS! Join us on the dedicated Old Frenshamian website to see what's happening in your community. OF WEBSITE CONTACT US A FEW WORDS FROM A FEW OLD FRENSHAMIANS FLORENCE ANDREWS | OLD FRENSHAMIAN "The freedom given at Frensham, perhaps more than at other schools, helps students to be more ambitious and driven rather than the other way round. I think naturally humans want to learn – you look at toddlers and they want to learn to walk, they want to learn to talk – and I don't think that changes. The more regimented and stifling you make an educational environment, the more people resist it and decide they don't like learning. Frensham's really good at spotting what someone loves and what their talent is... and they follow that." HEAR MORE FROM FLORENCE

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

We are very proud to have a strong, involved Board of Governors who are dedicated to upholding the ethos of the school and work selflessly with the leadership teams to ensure that the school remains distinct and true to its founding principles. OUR GOVERNORS We are very proud to have a strong, involved Board of Governors who are dedicated to upholding the ethos of the school and work selflessly with the leadership teams to ensure that the school remains distinct and true to its founding principles. Many have children who have studied at Frensham Heights and some are Old Frenshamians themselves. They all bring with them their own expertise, experience and passion for our unique school ethos. OUR SCHOOL GOVERNORS – CURRENT GOVERNING BODY 2024/2025 Simon Wilcox Chair of the Governing Board FInstL M, MSc, CMgr. Appointed March 2023. Senior Executive in Aviation, former Chair of Governors at a London FE College. Richard Fry Vice Chair, Treasurer MA (Cambs), MEng, Engineering. Appointed December 2018. Co-founder and now consultant to Titian Software Ltd producing software products for scientific research in the pharma-ceutical industry. Former Chair of Frensham Heights Parents’ Committee. Th ree children - two OFs and one at Frensham Heights. Gregory West Vice Chair BA. Appointed in Mar ch 2023. H eadteacher at Highfield South Farnham. David Armitage MBE, MSc, BSc. Appointed October 2023. Consultant. Former Director of Finance and Strategy at Charterhouse and Bursar at King’s College School, Wimbledon. Former Bursar at Frensham Heights. Catherine Bloodworth (OF) Governing Board Member BA, MA. Appointed July 2025. Founding partner of Bright Culture Consultancy with twenty years' experience in cultural and community engagement. Formerly at English Heritage. Experienced school governor, coach and facilitator. Neil Clutterbuck Governing Board Member BA, Cll. Appointed September 2024. Senior Advisor at Sicsic Advisory. Former Chief Underwriting Officer at Allianz Insurance Plc and former NED at the Fire Protection Association. Two children at Frensham. Emma-Jane Hendry Governing Board Member BSc, MNSPsy, FRSA Appointed July 2025. Director of Business Development at BBC Studios, leading global news distribution and streaming partnerships. Chair of Women@theBBC. Board Member for Partnerships & Philanthropy at UN Women UK and Strategic Advisor for Make-A-Wish Foundation. Former senior roles at Microsoft, 20th Century Fox, and Rakuten TV. Kate Love (OF) Governing Board Member MA (Oxon). Joined in December 2020 and former OF (1983-1990). Career in academic institution development including Brasenose College, Oxford; University of Aberdeen and Murray Edwards College, Cambridge. Currently the Development Director at Felsted School. Sally Marriott (OF) Governing Board Member Appointed March 2020. Paintings Conservator and Art Lecturer and Researcher. Three children, two at Frensham Heights. Will Marriott (OF) Governing Board Member Appointed March 2020. Solicitor and Partner with Charles Russell Speechlys LLP. Three children, two at Frensham Heights. Sean Pereira Governing Board Member BSc (Econ), ACA, CFA, ACSI. Appointed July 2025. CFO in Financial Services sector with a background in corporate governance, audit and risk management. Former investment banker within Equities Sales & Trading. Danuta Staunton Governing Board Member MA, PGCE. Appointed in March 2023. Headmistress of St Mary’s School, Ascot. Catriona Sutherland-Hawes Governing Board Member MA. Appointed September 2024. Former Director of Admissions at Latymer Upper School and Wycombe Abbey. Consultant working with RS Academics and Oppidan Education. Joris Wonders (OF) Governing Board Member BA MSc. PCC. Appointed June 2023 Leadership coach and career strategy advisor. Former HR Consultant and Business Leader. Two children, one an old Frenshamian. 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 Simon Wilcox.

“By the pricking of my thumbs, something wicked this way comes…” Witches whisper prophecies. A crown beckons. Ambition ignites. This Is My Theatre Company returns with their critically acclaimed, edge-of-your-seat adaptation of Shakespeare’s darkest tragedy, Macbeth. Back by popular demand after sell-out runs and a triumphant Brighton Fringe season, this visceral production explodes onto the stage with music, malice, and murder most foul. Witness the descent into madness as ambition consumes a warrior, fueled by supernatural forces and a thirst for power. What price will be paid for a fleeting taste of kingship? Ambition. Betrayal. Murder. Experience Macbeth like never before. From the haunting whispers of the witches to the final, tragic downfall, experience the full power of Macbeth in this captivating live production. “Of all the Macbeths I’ve encountered… this might just be the most evocative… and most thrilling.” – Fringe Guru, ***** TWO PERFORMANCES. BOOK YOUR TICKETS NOW! £7.50 STUDENTS* & £10 ADULTS FULL LIVE THEATRICAL PERFORMANCE WITH INTERVAL FREE PARKING ON SITE * contact events@frensham.org to ask about school groups Tuesday Music Sessions 1.30pm - 3pm Book your place Friday Art Sessions 9am to 10.30am Book your place Educational Impact Imagine stepping into the very heart of Shakespeare's dark masterpiece. Forget dry textbook pages; imagine the witches' chilling incantations echoing through the theatre, Macbeth's tormented soliloquies ringing out with raw emotion, and Lady Macbeth's steely resolve chilling you to the bone. This is the power of live theatre, and for GCSE and A-Level students studying Macbeth, it's an absolute game-changer. A live performance offers: * Immersive Understanding: Theatre transcends the page, offering a visceral connection to the play's themes of ambition, guilt, and fate. Students don't just read about madness; they witness it unfold before them. * Dynamic Interpretation: Every production offers a unique lens through which to view Macbeth. Students gain exposure to diverse interpretations, sparking critical thinking and enriching their own analyses. * Linguistic Resonance: Hearing Shakespeare's language spoken aloud unlocks its power and beauty in a way that reading alone cannot. The rhythm, the imagery, the sheer poetry—it all comes alive on stage. * Emotional Impact: Theatre is an emotional experience. Students connect with the characters' struggles on a human level, deepening their understanding of the play's profound themes. 

 Seeing Macbeth live is not just educational; it's transformative. It ignites a passion for the play and provides students with invaluable insights that will resonate long after the curtain falls. This is My Theatre Touring theatrical production company This Is My Theatre, founded in 2016 by Artistic Director Sarah Slator, brings the power of classic drama and literary adaptations to everyone. They believe great stories belong to everyone, and we craft each production to resonate within its unique setting creating atmospheric, magical theatrical experiences for all. “Featuring a brilliant cast with musical skill along with their comedic timing, the performance came to a close with a standing ovation thoroughly deserved.” The Argus, ***** (A Midsummer Night’s Dream) “A must see for theatre fans and an education in how to make Shakespeare relevant again.” Binge Fringe, **** (Macbeth) “There is no better small theatre company than This Is My Theatre. This is Shakespeare we can relish – lucid, emotional, funny in all the right places.” BN1 Magazine (Romeo and Juliet) Farnham Literary Festival We are delighted to be working with This is My Theatre to put on this live performance 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.