Merrow CofE Controlled Infant School
Voluntary controlled primary school in Guildford (Surrey).
Location
iSchool location from Get Information about Schools. Nearby schools are coloured by phase. Open Map+ for a full-screen map with neighbourhood deprivation (England only).About
Through an inspiring curriculum, within our safe and nurturing school, Together we grow to flourish as individuals to be the best we can: Together we grow to become resilient, motivated and curious learners Together we grow to have a positive impact in the world Together we grow valued and loved as unique individuals Our vision is inspired by the words of Psalm 1, verse 3: " He is like a tree planted by streams of water that yields fruit in its season, and its leaf does not wither.
Our vision is rooted in the following values: Perseverance - we keep trying even when the going gets tough and believe in ourselves. We believe in God's persevering love. Respect - we value everyone, everything and celebrate our differences. We are all God's people and we all matter.
Kindness - our attitudes and actions show we care; we share in others experiences, support them and act on their behalf. We follow the example of Jesus in loving our neighbour. Integrity - we are honest and don't tell untruths. We are trustworthy, consistent and dependable. We do what is right even when no one, except God, is watching.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Enrichment
12 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Athletics
- Basketball
- Climbing
- Computing
- Drama
- Eco Club
- Football
- Gardening
- Music
- Stem
- Tennis
- Zones of Regulation
Key facts
- URN
- 125160
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4 to 7
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- No Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- Surrey
- Constituency
- Guildford
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Governing body (11 current, 4 former)
Maintained school governing body.
Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Martin Burford | Chair of Governors | Nominated by LA and appointed by GB | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Mr David Wright Former | Chair of Governors | Appointed by GB/board | since 2022 · term ended 2026 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Judith Bowyer | Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Mrs Julie Newth | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Mrs Janet Bradshaw | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Helen Eagle | Governor | Foundation/sponsor members | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Ms Myropi Garri | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Lindsay Dobson | Governor | Foundation/sponsor members | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Laura Baxter | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Reverend Tim Clifford-Hill | Governor | Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold) | since 2023 |
| Mr Philip Rossiter | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2022 · until 2026 ends 2026 |
| Mrs Louisa Dormer | Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2022 |
| Mr Michael Eagle Former | Governor | Persons who are appointed by the foundation body or sponsor (if applicable) | since 2023 · term ended 2026 |
| Mrs Judith Bowyer Former | Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2022 · term ended 2026 |
| Mr Chris Sexton Former | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2022 · term ended 2025 |
Source: Department for Education, Get Information about Schools (governance records, as at 25 October 2026). Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Names are shown as published; there are no addresses or contact details. Current and former are worked out from term end dates when the page loads. Object or ask for removal · Report an issue with this record