Ages 
‘Barfield is our village,’ claimed one parent, in reference to the old African proverb. A school where pupils thrive in the nurturing environment and where staff know every child. Great focus on the outdoors too. ‘Learning really is an adventure,’ as one parent put it.
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Overview & data
- Pupil numbers
- 296 ·
- Religion
- None
- Fees
- £15,120 - £22,170 pa
- Local authority
- Surrey County Council
- Area guides
- School ownership
- Radley School Group
Headteacher
Headmaster
Mr Andrew Boyle
Since 2019, Andy Boyle BA. Grew up in Yorkshire (still detectable in his dulcet northern tones) where he attended Ashville College in Harrogate. Loved every moment of school life – excelling at sport in particular – but dreams of playing professional
Entrance
Into nursery at 2+ – around 75 per cent stay on. Gently selective, two-form entry in reception with maximum of 18 pupils per class – priority to those attending nursery. Will accept applications into other year groups if places available. Older
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- See website for details
Exit
Pupils move to a range of local state and independent schools at 11+, including KESW, RGS, St Edmunds, Farnborough Hill and Guildford High School. Five scholarships in 2025. Parents say head works closely with them from year 4 to identify the best
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Teaching & learning
Learning support & SEN
Mobile phone policy
A clear mobile phone policy is a really important part of modern schooling. This school has provided us with their policy.
Mobile phone policy
Provided by the school and not part of our review Personal mobile phones, cameras and video recorders cannot be used when in the presence of children either on school premises or when on outings; only school equipment should be used. However, when this is not possible, personal mobile phones may be used in the event of an emergency. Personal mobile phones must be turned off and left with personal belongings during contact time with children. School devices should be used, when possible, on-site. Cameras and mobile phones are prohibited in the loos, changing rooms, showers or nappy changing area.
Pupils
Money matters
Ten per cent armed forces discount available.
- Fee information
- £15,120 - £22,170 pa
Our view
The school is set in an idyllic 12 acres on the fringes of Farnham, where it boasts a treehouse classroom, vegetable garden and its own outdoor pursuits department (Three Peaks) with climbing wall, quad biking track and zip wires. No wonder parents
The last word
‘Barfield is our village,’ claimed one parent, in reference to the old African proverb. A school where pupils thrive in the nurturing environment and where staff know every child. Great focus on the outdoors too. ‘Learning really is an adventure,’ as
