Burpham Primary School, Guildford
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Burpham Primary School excels at teaching reading and writing, with pupils confidently applying phonics knowledge and developing as independent writers. The school creates a calm, inclusive environment where all children - including those with additional needs - are well supported and achieve at high levels. Pupils enjoy a rich curriculum with plenty of hands-on learning in art, design and outdoor activities that bring learning to life.
Key Strengths
- Precise teaching of phonics and early reading with excellent progress for all pupils including those with SEND
- Confident writers who apply grammar and punctuation with independence and receive effective support to improve
- Strong behaviour across the school with pupils showing respect, cooperation and kindness to each other
- Broad and challenging wider curriculum in art, design technology and other subjects that engages all learners
- Pupils well prepared for life beyond school through enrichment and leadership opportunities
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Extracurricular Activities
Reading ambassadors, eco rangers, breakfast club, after-school club, outdoor learning opportunities
Burpham Primary School has maintained the outstanding standards from its previous inspection. The school is ambitious with high expectations for all pupils, providing a rich and engaging curriculum where pupils achieve exceptionally high standards.
At a Glance
8.2%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
SLCN - Speech, language and Communication
SEN Provision
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
143 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has improved from 87% to 98%. Maths has improved from 85% to 90%. Writing has improved from 70% to 87%.
Class Sizes
30.8
Avg class size
32.0
Infant (KS1)
29.9
KS2
14
Total classes
4 classes with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
99%
Near capacity
427 pupils
432 capacity
5 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Guildford
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Guildford
Admissions Demand - Surrey
Places available
13,213
Applications
12,004
Got 1st preference
88.4%
Got preferred school
98.3%
Primary admissions across Surrey (2025/26)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
4.13713%
Overall absence
4.82574%
Persistent absence
373
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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