Salesian College
School summary
Founded in 1966 and rooted in the Catholic Salesian tradition, this independent boys' school in Farnborough takes pupils from 11 and opens its sixth form to girls. With around 510 pupils, it sits in the medium-size band and was judged excellent by the ISI across both education quality and personal development, with all compliance standards met. The faith ethos runs through daily life, reflected in Religious Studies being among the most popular GCSE choices and in the dedicated scholarships for boys who embody the Salesian character.
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Latest results
GCSE grade 9-7
61%
National average 23%
A-level A*-A
28%
National average 28%
A-level A*-B
57%
National average 55%
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 16 September 2025
Teaching & academics
Results are a clear strength: 61% of GCSE grades fall in the 9-7 range, well ahead of the national average of 23%. At A-level the picture is solid rather than spectacular, with A*-A grades matching the national figure of 28% and A*-B slightly above at 57%. Mathematics is popular across both phases, and the sixth form leans towards Business Studies, Economics and Psychology. The EPQ is offered alongside GCSEs and A-levels, and French and Spanish are taught.
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Headmaster · Mr Gerard T Owens
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 111
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
School life & ethos
- Founded
- 1966
- Religious character
- RC
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 13.96%
- EHC plans
- 0.35%
Mobile phone policy
Mobile phones are not permitted to be used in school
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £15,900
Means-tested bursaries available
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A high-achieving Catholic boys' school where strong GCSE outcomes meet a clear sense of ethos, with means-tested bursaries and a range of scholarships easing the path for the right families.
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Salesian College 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.