The short version
Below-average SATs results. Rated Inadequate by Ofsted (2022).
- SATs results are below the national average, with 55% meeting the expected standard (national: 62%)
- Rated Inadequate by Ofsted in 2022
- The school has significant spare capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
55%
-7.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
0%
-8.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
100
-6.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
103
-2.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
100
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 15 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
17% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
3% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 8 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 11 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 85
- Capacity
- 40%
- FSM
- 40%
Governance
- Local authority
- Hampshire
- Trust
- THE KITE ACADEMY TRUST
- Head
- Mr Edward Gittins (Acting Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Field Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 9FX
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmBohunt Farnborough
Secondary · Very close
Farnborough Grange Nursery/Infant Community School
Primary · 501m away
Farnborough Grange Nursery & Infant Community School
Primary · 501m away
Grange Community Junior School
Primary · 752m away
Hawley Woods School
Independent · 807m away
Hawley Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
Samuel Cody School
Special school · 1.3km away
Oak Farm Community School
Secondary · 1.4km away
Questions parents ask
What is The Ferns Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?
The Ferns Primary Academy was rated Inadequate at its most recent inspection in October 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The Ferns Primary Academy?
The Ferns Primary Academy currently has 85 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Ferns Primary Academy take?
The Ferns Primary Academy caters for pupils aged 4 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is The Ferns Primary Academy?
The Ferns Primary Academy is in Farnborough, GU14 9FX, in the Hampshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Ferns Primary Academy have a sixth form?
No, The Ferns Primary Academy does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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