Salesian College
Farnborough, Hampshire, South East · GU14 6PA
Founded in 1966 and rooted in the Roman Catholic Salesian tradition, this boys' school in Farnborough opens its sixth form to girls, where 111 of its 510 pupils study. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated it excellent across both the quality of education and pupils' personal development, with all compliance standards met. It is a medium-sized day school that combines a clear faith ethos with strong academic outcomes, and it suits families looking for a values-led education alongside genuine results.
510
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£15,900
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Boys (co-ed sixth)
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 11-18
- Pupils
- 510
- Location
- Farnborough, Hampshire, South East
- Website
- www.salesiancollege.com
- Telephone
- 01252 893000
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Headmaster Mr Gerard T Owens
Latest results
Attainment 8
71.9
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
97%
National average 47%
GCSE grade 9-7
61%
A-level A*-A
28%
A-level A*-B
57%
Teaching & academics
The numbers speak plainly: an Attainment 8 score of 71.9 sits well above the national average of 46.9, and 97% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths, against a national figure of 47%. At GCSE, 61% of grades fall in the 9-7 range, with Mathematics, English and Religious Studies among the most popular choices. Sixth-formers favour Mathematics, Business Studies, Economics and Psychology, and 57% of A-level entries reach A*-B, with the EPQ available for those wanting to stretch further.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 111
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 13.96%
- EHC plans
- 0.35%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1966
- Religious character
- RC
- Boarding
- No
Mobile phone policy
Mobile phones are not permitted to be used in school
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £15,900
Means-tested bursaries available
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 16 September 2025
The last word
A faith-centred boys' school where strong GCSE results are the norm rather than the exception, with means-tested bursaries and a range of scholarships widening the door.
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Salesian College 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Salesian College located?
Salesian College is located at 119 Reading Road, Farnborough, GU14 6PA.
What type of school is Salesian College?
Salesian College is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Salesian College?
Salesian College has approximately 510 pupils on roll.
What is Salesian College's inspection rating?
Salesian College is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 16 September 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.