Woolmer Hill School

A good academy converter school in Surrey. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Woolmer Hill School.

Haslemere, GU271QB Ofsted: Good Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

72

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
73.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 0.88
English & Maths grade 4+ %
67.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 83.5%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
9 December 2014
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Woolmer Hill Road
Haslemere, GU271QB

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
137314
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Address
Woolmer Hill Road, Haslemere, GU27 1QB
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
WEYDON MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
810 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
888
Free School Meals
12.4% (110 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.9% (26 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
92.7%
Good
Persistent Absence
16.8%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
83.5 (+31.5 vs average)
Attainment 8:
56.6 (+17.1 vs average)
Progress 8:
0.88 (+1.1 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
25 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
148
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
888 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Proud to Belong and Proud to Achieve"

Respect Community Wellbeing Ambition Growth Excellence

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome from the Headteacher: Woolmer Hill is a successful mixed, comprehensive academy of approximately 900 students aged 11–16, located on the outskirts of Haslemere. The school emphasises an inclusive ethos, mutual respect and high expectations, with a focus on nurturing curious, life-long learners. It is a member of the Weydon Multi Academy Trust and collaborates with post-16 partners; the site includes The Edge sports centre and other extensive facilities on a 25-acre site.

Facilities

New English block with six new classrooms and a new library Drama studio extension Food pod (additional food servery) Two new Computer suites Brand new Food Technology room Refurbished DT workshop Six sets of fully refurbished student toilets New hard surface play area (Summer 2023) The Edge sports centre with its large multi-purpose sports hall and two flood lit all-weather pitches 25 acre grounds

Admissions Criteria

Woolmer Hill School is part of the Weydon Multi Academy Trust and for the 2026–27 academic year will offer 180 places for September 2026. Places are allocated based on the WMAT Admissions Policy, with children who have an Education, Health and Care Plan naming the school allocated a place before other applicants. If you are a Surrey resident, you will be contacted on 2 March 2026 with the outcome and must accept the offer by 16 March. If you miss the initial window, late requests may be considered. Applications can be made online via Surrey CC; WMAT admissions Officer Liz Crosby can provide guidance at [email protected] or 01428 654055. Further information is available via the WMAT Admissions Policy and Surrey’s online admissions pages. Waiting lists are used if no place is offered, and offers must be accepted within two weeks.

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