Best 3 Not applicable schools in Surrey – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of not applicable schools: Bensham Manor School (Not applicable) in Thornton Heath; The Abbey School (Not applicable) in Farnham; Fox Grove School (Not applicable) in Leatherhead — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Bensham Manor School, The Abbey School and Fox Grove School. They are not applicable phase and community special school, academy special converter and free schools special type located around Thornton Heath, Surrey, Farnham, Surrey and Leatherhead, Surrey. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Bensham Manor School), published Jul 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Bensham Manor School (Jul 2024). average roll around ≈ 200, combined total ≈ 550, typical FSM 40–45%, range 35–40%–55–60%; spread across trusts such as Weydon Multi Academy Trust and The Howard Partnership Trust.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Bensham Manor School CR7 7BN	The Abbey School GU9 8DY	Fox Grove School KT22 7PW
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Community special school	Not applicable • Academy special converter	Not applicable • Free schools special
Location	Thornton Heath Surrey CR7 7BN	Farnham Surrey GU9 8DY	Leatherhead Surrey KT22 7PW
Latest Ofsted	1 3 Jul 2024	1 3 Jul 2024	1 9 Jun 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	55–60% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	40–45% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	35–40% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	244	158	152
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Croydon (306)	Weydon Multi Academy Trust	The Howard Partnership Trust
Website	www.benshammanor.co.uk	www.abbey.surrey.sch.uk	www.foxgroveschool.co.uk
Telephone	02086840116	01252725059	01372650946
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Bensham Manor School

CR7 7BN

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Thornton Heath
Surrey
CR7 7BN
Ofsted: 1 3 Jul 2024
Pupils: ≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 55–60% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Croydon (306)
Website: www.benshammanor.co.uk
Telephone: 02086840116

The Abbey School

GU9 8DY

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location: Farnham
Surrey
GU9 8DY
Ofsted: 1 3 Jul 2024
Pupils: ≈ 150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 40–45% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Weydon Multi Academy Trust
Website: www.abbey.surrey.sch.uk
Telephone: 01252725059

Fox Grove School

KT22 7PW

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Free schools special
Location: Leatherhead
Surrey
KT22 7PW
Ofsted: 1 9 Jun 2024
Pupils: ≈ 150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 35–40% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The Howard Partnership Trust
Website: www.foxgroveschool.co.uk
Telephone: 01372650946

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.