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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)

WE ARE LOOKING FOR STUDENTS WHO ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT AND DEMONSTRATE A TALENT IN ONE OR MORE OF THE ARTS TO JOIN US FOR SIXTH FORM. DANCE, DRAMA, MUSIC, FINE ART, PHOTOGRAPHY, CERAMICS, GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS OR DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY. FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR SIXTH FORM CLICK HERE FRENSHAM HEIGHTS ARTS AWARDS We are delighted to annou n ce the Frensham Heights Arts Awards. The arts are at the heart of our school and creativity underpins everything we do. We are on the look out for dedicated artists, dancers, musicians and performers to join us for a bespoke Sixth Form programme which will prepare them for the industry and immerse them in their artistic discipline whilst supporting them academically to gain their qualifications. The Frensham Heights Arts Awards are open to all students, whether day or boarding, who are interested in studying one or more Performing or Creative Arts subject at Sixth Form. Awards are allocated to students who are passionate about and demonstrate a talent in one or more of the arts: DANCE, DRAMA, TECHNICAL THEATRE, MUSIC, FINE ART, PHOTOGRAPHY, GRAPHIC COMMUNICATION OR DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY. As a Sixth Form student on the Frensham Heights Arts Award programme, you can choose to follow a purely arts based route of study or combine your love of one of the arts with other more traditional Sixth Form pathways. With almost 30 subjects to choose from in Year 12 and a wide range of co-curricular and enrichment activities, Frensham students are able to create their own unique and tailored curriculum path. Being part of the Frensham community is exciting, learning is dynamic, teaching is inspiring and our Arts facilities are second to none. Founded almost 100 years ago by three women, the progressive ethos of Frensham continues to underpin all that we are. Built on respect and relationships, every student is supported and cared for in a way that enables them to become who they are, not who they are told to be. If you are interested in applying for a Frensham Heights Arts Award, please email admissions@frensham.org Awards will be allocated following a successful audition and/or portfolio interview process. EXTRACURRICULAR & ENRICHMENT Students who are on the Frensham Heights Arts Award Programme will not only receive inspirational teaching from a highly skilled and talented staff, but will also be offered additional opportunities to develop and enhance their passion. Students will benefit from an extensive array of enrichment tailored to their interests. Each student will be assigned a mentor from the teaching team - relevant to their specialism. They will work with their mentor on a bespoke programme which will run alongside their subject curriculum. This could involve specialist training with external experts and academic support when auditions or performances demand time off timetable. Group enrichment would range from trips to the West End or London exhibitions to workshops led by professional performers and artists to support to help you mentor younger students and develop student-led performances or exhibitions. In the visual arts, students will have open access to the studios on weekends which will include the opportunity to work alongside our teachers and technicians – giving students the invaluable experience of watching creative professionals working on their own private or commercial projects. Bespoke paths will include ceramics focus sessions and life drawing workshops. As we build relationships with local and regional creative hubs, students will have the opportunity to take their theatre pieces, bands or artwork on the road to external performance or exhibition spaces. Under the Frensham Heights Arts Awards, we will expect students to not only take full advantage of the enrichment and extracurricular opportunities on offer, but also find ways to enrich the experience of the rest of the school community – for example, by directing student-led performances, supporting Junior School arts clubs or mentoring younger performers or artists. Being part of a through school - from nursery through Sixth Form - allows our older students to gain confidence, communication skills and solid experience by being mentors to our younger students. As a Sixth Form student at Frensham, students will also have access to the full extracurricular programme of clubs and trips. Please click here to view our current extracurricular club programme. EXTRACURRICULAR OUR VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS TEAM Amy Marriott Ceramics Teacher Amy has taught Art and Ceramics at Frensham Heights for five years and also runs four popular lunchtime creative ECAs each week. Passionate about sharing her love of clay and art in all its forms, Amy feels fortunate to work with students who are eager to immerse themselves in the process of designing and making. Alongside teaching dedicated ceramics lessons, Amy’s technical knowledge and expertise support GCSE and A-level students in developing their Fine Art projects. As our Ceramic Technician, she ensures the smooth running of the ceramics room and finds great joy in seeing students’ faces light up as they collect their beautifully fired pieces from the kiln room. Beyond Frensham, Amy teaches wheel-throwing at 318 Ceramics, a local ceramics community. Amy holds a Master’s degree in 3D Design (Ceramics) from Cardiff University and a BSc (Econ) Joint Honours in Psychology and Anthropology. Clare Esterhuysen Drama Teacher Clare has been a part of the Performing Arts team at Frensham Heights since 2008, alongside teaching she has been a part of many school productions over the years which offer the opportunity to every child in the school to be a part of this thriving department. In her time here she has been part of the boarding team as Assistant House Mistress and the middle school team as Assistant Head of Middle School - as well as leading PSME contributing to the pastoral life of the school. Most recently Clare has introduced the BTEC L2 Performing Arts course to the school curriculum. Following a BA (Hons) in Performing Arts (Acting), Clare spent two years working as a professional actor and singer both nationally and internationally. Having completed a PGCE in Secondary Drama in 2004 Clare worked both in the secondary schools and FE collages getting experience teaching on many different courses before joining Frensham. Clare came to Frensham to continue her studies as she explored Shakespeare in education across year groups N-13. She completed her MA in Shakespearean Theatre from The Shakespeare Institute in Stratford-Upon-Avon in 2010 and went on to complete her Shakespearean acting training at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London in 2011. Clare has always had a love of theatre and performance art. Through studying it and experiencing it all her life, her faith in drama as a subject and as a social tool has grown from strength to strength. To teach drama is to develop a critical awareness, develop an understanding of social contexts, as an expression of culture, and appreciation of acting as a craft. Alongside teaching and raising her young family, she is still a keen actor, appearing regularly locally in various performances with a much loved local amateur dramatics company. Hannah Fernandes Art Teacher Hannah enjoys instilling an excitement for Art in all children, exploring the creative challenges that lie at the heart of making, for both students and teacher. Her experience of education and teaching is broad and with great depth; following a degree in History of Art (with textiles and painting) she undertook a Masters in Photography, working at The Royal College of Art, London, and acquired a PCGE in Education from The Institute of Education, London. She then went onto work in Secondary Education in London and Southampton, progressing to Head of Art. After eighteen years of working at Secondary level, she followed her passion into Prep school education in Surrey. Central to her own work and teaching is a love of colour; she creates vibrant mix media work exploring the emotional response that colour elicits. Katherine Loudoun Head of Art & Ceramics Katherine is a practising painter and printmaker, focusing her work on both architecture and landscape. Many of her work explores processes which are both analogue and digital and she is passionate to keep exploring traditional ways with new technology in the digital era. Working with etching, aquatint and silk screenprinting, she is a member of Ochre Print Studio in Guildford and very much enjoys continuing her personal print development learning new techniques. Katherine joined the Frensham Heights creative team in 2025 having worked in both state boarding schools and the independent sector over the last decade. Having obtained a BA(Hons) degree in Fine Art from Loughborough, she then went on to get her PGCE at Downing College, Cambridge. After establishing an ‘outstanding’ (Ofsted) art department in a newly opened school, Katherine did a part time Master of Educational Research at Cambridge in order to further her understanding of the creative arts in education. Katherine believes that exposure to the arts helps to formulate empathy, critical thinking and ultimately helps students discover who they are - using art as outlet for their expression and experience. In her earlier life she trained as a dancer in a variety of techniques from: ballet, modern and contemporary dance with Jayne Coleman Academy of Dance from the age of 4-18, competed in All England Dance Finals in the Peacock Theatre, London. At Loughborough she continued to teach advanced contemporary and produced choreography for an inter-university competition. Rebecca McKellar Head of Dance Rebecca began her dancing life at the age of 5 starting with tap and modern and progressing to Jazz dance. Throughout her schooling she achieved many awards in ISTD tap, modern and jazz eventually completing all grades in both Jazz and Tap. At college she studied both A Level Dance and A Level Performance Studies in which she began developing her technique within Contemporary and Ballet. She then went on to study Dance and Culture at Surrey University specialising in Contemporary Dance, African and Caribbean Dance and Choreography and then completed her PGCE in Dance Education at Exeter University. Rebecca has been an arts educator for 17 years and has choreographed many productions including Beauty and the Beast, Guys and Dolls, Oliver, We will Rock you and Rock of Ages. Rebecca continues to have a passion for contemporary dance and enjoys regularly watching professional dance works in London’s Sadlers Wells. Anna Boon-Arnell Lead Teacher for Graphic Communication and Teacher of Art Anna joined the creative arts team at Frensham Heights in 2021. She believes that the creative subjects in any school are a vital area and a key one to help students develop fully within themselves, educating the whole person, mind, body and spirit. Creative art subjects help to give students a sense of identity, self-expression, and self-assurance. Creativity is really another form of play, and play is universally important to each individual’s sense of joy and well-being. Anna completed her PGCE at Goldsmiths and has been teaching art and design for over twenty years including fine art, textiles, 3D design and photography. In her degree, she specialised in textiles, with a focus on textile printmaking creating highly structured repeat prints using the medium of photographic silkscreens. Post degree she worked for a time as a freelance fabric designer. She enjoys the creative journey through ideas and mediums both as a teacher and in her own personal practice. Anna has a passion for creative photography, noticing the mundane and capturing it within a frame. When out walking in nature her focus is on the effects of light on its surroundings. She creates mixed media artworks producing expressive / emotive responses to the environment. Gemma Burns Head of Design & Technology Gemma has been teaching for 15 years and leads Design and Technology at Frensham. Before moving into education, she worked across film, theatre and branding — creating the weird and wonderful, with projects including The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. She’s passionate about sustainable design, creative problem solving and developing a future-ready curriculum that embraces new technologies such as Virtual Reality. Gemma’s teaching centres on building confidence, curiosity and resilience, inspiring students to take creative risks, make meaningful connections and design with purpose for a more sustainable future. Josh Edwards Music Teacher Josh studied academic Music at King’s College, London, and singing at The Royal Academy of Music. Josh’s professional career has taken him around the world, performing as soloist and consort member with some of the best Early Music ensembles such as La Nouva Musica, Stile Antico, and Siglo d’Oro. He features on several well-known albums and movie soundtracks, and has performed at the Royal Variety Performance, Brit Awards, and numerous BBC TV and radio broadcasts. Lynn Goodburne Dance & Drama Teacher Lynn has worked at Frensham Heights since 2002. She holds a Diploma, Dance and Teaching London College of Dance, Bedford and a B.Phil (Hons), Ballet and Contextual Studies from the Royal Academy of Dance (Durham University) along with qualifications in Tap, Modern, Ballet and National from the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing . During her time at Frensham, Lynn has taught a range of dance styles across all year groups in the school from Nursery up to and including A-Level. Lynn works tirelessly to create opportunities which maintain constant development for students who show potential and talent in dance. She is also a Drama teacher as required and supports all performances throughout the year. Lynn plans and organises various events across the academic year such as performances, theatre trips and visiting professional companies and workshops. Sarah Farr Lead Teacher for Photography Sarah is the Curriculum Lead in Photography, having been at the school for the last ten years. After having children, Sarah decided to expand and explore her interest of photography as a mature student under the University of Surrey, where subsequently after graduating, she launched herself into a career of freelance photography; working independently on several projects, including the local press. An opportunity arose to venture into teaching, where the chance to explore and challenge the minds of a younger generation. This captured Sarah's yearning for a career where over time, our students can discover a creative flair in the many aspects that Photography can offer, either to lead them to a future career or purely as a life-time interest. Sarah does her utmost to capture images without the thought of post-production, while keeping abreast of all the technological advancements available to us today. Brendan Horstead Director of Creative Arts, Teacher of Fine Art and Graphic Communication Brendan has led the Creative Arts at Frensham since 2008. He has been a resident member of boarding staff since joining the school and part of the Sixth Form Tutor Team for the last twelve years. Following a B.A. (Hons) in Fine Art (Sculpture), Brendan spent several years running a small business making welded steel sculpture for exhibition and commission, alongside a variety of commissioned pieces for TV, film and theatre. Having completed a teaching post-grad qualification at Goldsmiths, London, he taught in the Sixth Form and FE sector and was ‘Head of Expressive Arts and English’ at John Ruskin College for several years before joining Frensham. As a teacher, he believes the challenge of personalising the experience of learning at A Level involves facilitating the expression and articulation of an individual’s unique creative voice. The development of this voice alongside a consciousness of intention and purpose, lies at the heart of this challenge and privilege. His ambition is that A level Art & Design students regard themselves, and each other, as members of a community of artists within the school, where all have a role to play in the creation of a positive, challenging, yet supportive, group dynamic and everyone is valued and accepted as an individual. His current personal practice involves the primary use of digital media utilising digital montage processes to explore varied subject matter of an aesthetic, philosophical or political nature. He is a keen drummer and percussionist of the ‘rock & roll’ variety and enjoys playing a with a group of greying rock and rollers in the sticky pubs of London. Giles Rudd Assistant Head (Progress & Assessment) and Design & Technology Teacher Before undertaking his teacher training, Giles worked for one of the world leading civil engineering organisations, creating and developing computer aided design drawings, working alongside structural engineers and architects. He has been teaching Design & Technology for 16 years and is passionate about students believing in their abilities, and achieving excellent design outcomes. He has a particular interest in computer aided design and manufacture and thoroughly enjoys getting into the workshops and experimenting with a range of tools and machinery. Giles is also on the Senior Leadership Team at Frensham Heights and oversees whole school student progress and data, reporting and parents evenings, baseline data analysis and exams to name a few things. Giles oversees the very successful Greenpower Formula 24 electric car project at Frensham Heights. The team finished 2nd (in class) at the International Final at Goodwood last season and they’re always developing the car to try to find more ways of making it more efficient. His personal interests include downhill mountain biking, playing and watching football, taking his dog out for long walks and spending time with his friends and family. Kat Pinnell Director of Performing Arts Kat studied Musical Theatre at the Arden School of Theatre in Manchester where she specialised in singing, acting and dancing. She quickly discovered her passion for directing, writing and applied theatre and after working as a performer, Kat began her teaching career with a hunger to work with young people, direct youth performances and bring drama & theatre to the wider community. Since completing her PGCE with Manchester Metropolitan University, she has worked with young people across the country in Manchester, London and Sussex and directed a vast array of productions involving full-scale musicals, plays and physical theatre installations. Kat has studied with Frantic Assembly and favours the physical and political genres that theatre has to offer. However, when in the director’s chair, likes to sink her teeth into both realism and non-naturalistic performances utilising choral work. Kat has had a broad and varied teaching career, in addition to being Head of Drama, she has also been a Careers Coordinator and worked as a consulting Careers and Fundraising Officer with ‘Future Leaders’ in association with London Mayor & Queen Mary University. Neil Martin Design & Technology and Art Teacher Neil has worked at Frensham Heights since 2018 and gained his post graduate certificate in education whist working here. His main role is as the DT technician but he also teaches DT and Art. Having studied Fine Art at Byam Shaw School of Art (now part of Central St Martins) and briefly living as a full time artist in East London, Neil enjoys helping students explore the possibilities of materials and processes, using them to help the student push their creative limits. He is also a passionate advocate for the importance of drawing in all creative areas, not only as a process leading to a final piece in another medium, but also as a means of expression in itself. As such Neil teaches life drawing to students in years 10 to 13 and also teaches extra curricular classes in drawing for design. Outside of school Neil is a fierce competitor in the sport of wheelchair rugby, is teaching himself computer aided design and manufacturing, enjoys making things out of wood, and battles with two teenage daughters and two energetic dogs.

It is really important that your child comes to school throughout the term. There may be times when this simply is not possible, or when your child needs to have time off for a medical or dental appointment or for some other personal reason. In this case, please let us know, as outlined here, with as much notice as possible. ABSENCES & SCHOOL DAY TIMINGS It is really important that your child comes to school throughout the term. There may be times when this simply is not possible, or when your child needs to have time off for a medical or dental appointment or for some other personal reason. In this case, please let us know, as outlined below, with as much notice as possible. We would also be grateful if you could let us know about any issues at home that may affect your child’s happiness or wellbeing. JUNIOR SCHOOL ABSENCES Sickness If you think your child is unwell, please do keep them at home where they will be most comfortable and more likely to recover quickly. If they have actually been sick or are suffering from an upset stomach, we do ask that they stay at home for 48 hours to prevent any bug being passed to other children. If you are keeping your child at home, please let the Junior School office know as soon as possible either by telephone or email. EMAIL JS OFFICE Other Absences Any requests for children to be absent from school for non- medical reasons should be sent to the Head of Junior School. EMAIL JS HEAD YRS 7 - 13 ABSENCES Sickness If your child is ill or has a medical appointment: please let Reception know by telephone (01252 792561) or email (reception@frensham.org ). Please also keep Reception updated daily if the illness continues. Late If your child is late for school: please bring them to Reception as soon as you arrive so they can be signed in. Appointments If your child has an out-of-school appointment during the school day: please remind them that they will need to sign in and out at Reception. EMAIL RECEPTION Other Absences Any requests for children to be absent from school for non- medical reasons should be sent to the Head. EMAIL HEAD JUNIOR SCHOOL DAY TIMINGS Nursery Opening Times Morning session only 8.30am-11.30am Morning session including lunch 8.30am-1.30pm Full day 8.30am-3.20pm Lunch including afternoon 11.30am-3.20pm Reception to Year 6 Class Times Registration 8.20am Classes start 8.30am Morning break 10.25am-10.50am Lunch 12pm-1.15pm Classes finish 3.20pm (R – Y3), 3.30pm (Y4 – Y6) Drop Off Drop off is from 8.15am: Nursery children - please bring your child to the back door by the outside play area, where Nursery staff will be waiting to meet you. Don’t worry if your child is a little uneasy – you can stay with them and Nursery staff can give you some good strategies for settling them in. Years R to 3 - please take children to the gate by the Junior School Office. Years 4 to 6 - please drop your child off in the Drop Off Zone with their class teacher. This is a drop and go system, please do not park in the Drop Off Zone. If you wish to accompany your child, please park in the Main Car Park. Break The children have a morning break when they can have milk or water and fruit or a savoury snack. This is provided by the school so please don’t send any other snacks in. We are a nut-free zone but if you child has any other special dietary needs, please let your class teacher know and confirm with an email to the Junior School Office. All break times are supervised by a member of staff. Lunch Early Years children eat together in the Junior School hall. Years 2 upwards go to the Dining Hall for lunch ahead of the older children. Pick Up Nursery children - please come to collect your child at the back door by the outside play area. Years R to 3 - please wait in the courtyard at 3.20pm. The children are brought in to the Junior School hall and will be released once we see you. Years 4 to 6 - please wait in the Year 4-6 courtyard at 3.30pm. The children will gather their bags and coats and will come through the rear classroom doors to you. If someone else is collecting your child, please let the teacher and the Junior School office know. After School Care (EDA) There are a limited number of spaces for after school care from 3.20pm-5.30pm. If you are interested in signing up for this, please contact the Junior School office. YEARS 7 TO 13 DAY TIMINGS Registration 8.20am Period 1 8.30am – 09.25am Period 2 9.30am – 10.25am Morning break 10.25am – 10.50am Period 3 10.50am – 11.40am Period 4 11.45am – 12.35/45 Lunch (Years 7-9) 12.35pm Lunch (Year 10) 12.45pm Tutor time 2pm Period 5 2.15pm – 3.10pm Period 6 3.15pm – 4.10pm School Finishes/ECAs Begin 4.20pm After School Study Students can stay after school to take part in ECAs or they can join the supervised study session in the library from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. Dinner Day students can also stay for dinner in the Dining Hall if they notify Reception in the morning. Dinner is from 6:30pm to 7:00pm. All day students must be off site by 7pm unless they are participating in a school activity or event. Sixth Form day students must leave campus by 7pm unless other arrangements have been made at Roberts House.

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

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

At Frensham Heights, we know exams are important and it's a chance for students to gain a real base of knowledge in subjects they enjoy, but we urge them - and their parents - to focus not on the exams, but on their development during the courses and the skills they'll gain for life beyond. GCSE & BTEC RESULTS 2025 - 2021 GCSE 2025*: GCSE - provisional 2024: GCSE 2023: GCSE + BTEC + Cambridge National 2022: 2021: Covid Affected A LEVELS A LEVEL RESULTS 2024 - 2020 2025: 2024: 2023: 2022: 2021: Covid Affected

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

It's time for our annual celebration of all things Frensham! We would love to invite you to join us for Founders' Day - our annual celebration of our founders, our school and our community. There will be speeches in the morning in the Aldridge Theatre followed by an afternoon of music and performing arts on the Main House front lawn. There will be charity stalls, food trucks and the high ropes course running throughout the day. Charity Stalls 12.30pm - 2.30pm Our charity stalls will be running on a cashless basis. Tickets are available for £1. You can preorder tickets below or buy them on the day at the Information Desk. Preordered tickets can be picked up at the Information Desk. To give you an idea of how many to buy: ice creams are 3 tickets, inflatables are 2 tickets. Buy from the Info Point Performing Arts Programme 12.30pm - 5.15pm Our Performing Arts programme will happen on the main stage on the front lawn this year. We will kick off with music followed by a performing arts programme and finishing up with a pantomime! View the programme High Ropes Trail 12.00pm - 4.00pm For those seeking a bit of adventure, our Borneo team will be hosting exclusive sessions on our brand-new high ropes course. You can book your slot now or on the day at the Information Desk. Buy from the Info Point

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“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 Saturday 8th March 2025 2.30pm to 4.30pm Book your tickets Saturday 8th March 2025 7.15pm to 9.15pm Book your tickets 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.

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

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 CHARITY 2024/25 GREAT ORMOND STREET HOSPITAL CHARITY Our school charity for 2024/25 is Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity. Every year, our students vote for our annual charity who we will raise money for through many different events and intitiatives over the academic year. Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity stop at nothing to help give seriously ill children childhoods that are fuller, funner and longer. For the hundreds of children from all over the UK who are treated by Great Ormond Street Hospital every day, for children with rare or complex diseases everywhere, for this generation and all those to come. Because they believe no childhood should be lost to illness. Great Ormond Street Hospital first opened its doors on Valentine’s Day in 1852 with just 10 beds. Now, it’s one of the world’s leading children’s hospitals and home to vital advancements in paediatric medicine and care. This extraordinary hospital has always depended on charitable support to go above and beyond for seriously ill children. And they depend on you to make it happen. Thanks to incredible supporters, they’ve already helped to innovate better treatments, develop new cures and advance technology for the treatment of rare or complex childhood illnesses. But there’s so much more to do. Together, we can give seriously ill children the best chance, and the best childhoods, possible. Find out more about our history, impact and how you can get involved. FIND OUT MORE 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