New Town Primary School
URN: 109785 • Reading RG1 3LS
Overview
- Name
- New Town Primary School
- URN
- 109785
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 50.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Polly Cornish (since 2025) , Acting Head of School
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- School Terrace, Reading RG1 3LS
Summary
New Town Primary School is a community school located in Reading, catering to children aged 3 to 11 years. The school operates as a two-form entry institution with a capacity of 472 pupils, currently enrolling approximately 415 students. It prides itself on providing a nurturing environment where children from diverse backgrounds can thrive academically, behaviourally, and spiritually. The school emphasizes inclusivity, kindness, and a strong sense of community, celebrating the variety of faiths and cultures represented among its students.
The curriculum at New Town Primary School is designed to foster a love of learning and encourage pupils to reach their full potential. The school maintains high expectations for all students, promoting ambition and aspiration throughout their primary education. A strong commitment to pastoral care ensures that each child's individual needs are met, helping them to develop confidence and responsible decision-making skills.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through an open-door policy, fostering a collaborative approach to education. New Town Primary School welcomes prospective families for tours and provides clear information regarding admissions for both nursery and primary entry.
The curriculum at New Town Primary School is designed to foster a love of learning and encourage pupils to reach their full potential. The school maintains high expectations for all students, promoting ambition and aspiration throughout their primary education. A strong commitment to pastoral care ensures that each child's individual needs are met, helping them to develop confidence and responsible decision-making skills.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through an open-door policy, fostering a collaborative approach to education. New Town Primary School welcomes prospective families for tours and provides clear information regarding admissions for both nursery and primary entry.
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 472 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 472 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 472 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 472 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 472 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 472 |
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