Choosing where to live is about more than the four walls of your home. For many families, it’s about creating a future, one that includes school runs, playground friendships and the reassurance of being in the right place for their child’s education. In Surrey, with its mix of thriving towns, leafy villages and some of the South East’s most sought-after schools, moving into the right catchment can be just as important as choosing the perfect kitchen or garden.
For parents, being close to a well-regarded primary school can shape the rhythm of family life. A short stroll to the school gates means less time spent in traffic and more time spent together, while living in the same catchment as classmates helps children form friendships that continue long after the bell rings. It’s these small, everyday moments that transform a house into a home and why so many families begin their search with catchments at the top of their priority list.
Surrey has long been a county of choice for families balancing work, school and lifestyle. Its excellent transport links into London, thriving local towns and access to countryside make it a natural draw. Add to this a wide choice of highly rated primary schools and it’s no surprise parents often look to Surrey when planning their next move.
At Coppice Meadow in Haslemere, the leafy backdrop sets the scene for a slower pace of life, with excellent schools within a few miles. Families here can look forward to nearby options such as Shottermill Infant School and St Mary’s C of E Primary, both well regarded for their nurturing environments. Independent choices like The Royal School also add to the appeal, making Coppice Meadow a setting where education and lifestyle sit side by side.
Headley Chase, located on the former Headley Court estate, will offer homes surrounded by open green space. Families moving here can enjoy a village feel with schools just a short journey away, including The Vale Primary School and Walton-on-the-Hill Primary School. Young families will enjoy weekends spent exploring the Surrey Hills or making the most of the community atmosphere that’s already beginning to flourish.
And at Oakland Grove, the story is one of balance. With countryside walks on the doorstep and local schools close at hand, it’s a development designed for families who want to enjoy the best of both worlds open space for children to grow up in and good schools to guide their next steps.
In Surrey, catchments are more than lines on a map. They are about creating the foundations for family life: the friendships made on the school run, the communities formed in the playground and the confidence that comes from knowing your child is learning in a supportive environment.
At Elivia Homes, we build with those foundations in mind. Each of our Surrey developments, from Haslemere to Headley, offers families not just a place to live, but the opportunity to thrive.