A rich history
A vision to nurture individuality and community spirit.
Winifred West, inspired by her upbringing in Frensham, Surrey, envisioned a school that nurtured individuality and community spirit. Alongside Phyllis Clubbe, she sought out a location offering an invigorating rural setting, eventually establishing the school at a property known as ‘Y Berth’, in 1913.
By 1918, word-of-mouth had driven enrolments to 100 students, with numbers growing steadily over the decades.
In 1934, renowned photographer Harold Cazneaux captured the essence of Frensham in a collection of images published in The Frensham Book, now housed in the National Library of Australia.
Frensham Junior School was founded in 1954 and has grown to become a leading academic, co-educational primary school and pre-school.
Frensham continues to honour Ms West’s vision of inclusivity with a non-selective enrolment policy. Years 7 to 12 currently consist of approximately 360 students, with Boarders making up over 70% of attendees
A modern approach
Embracing founding principles and contemporary innovation.
Frensham remains committed to Winifred West’s founding principles of individuality, integrity, and intellectual curiosity. The campuses fuse heritage architecture with state-of-the-art facilities, creating an inspiring environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and creatively.
By maintaining strong traditions while embracing innovation, Frensham ensures that every student is equipped to navigate the complexities of the modern world with confidence and compassion.