John Rankin Junior School
URN: 109825 • Newbury RG14 6ES
Overview
- Name
- John Rankin Junior School
- URN
- 109825
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Flora Cooper (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 0163542376
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Henshaw Crescent, Newbury RG14 6ES
Summary
John Rankin Junior School, located in Newbury, West Berkshire, is a mixed community primary school serving 341 pupils, with a capacity for 360. The school is part of the John Rankin Federation, which includes a nursery and infant school, and is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. The ethos of the school centres around empowering learners to become brave, resilient individuals, prepared to face the challenges of an ever-changing world.
The curriculum at John Rankin Junior School is designed to ignite passion and curiosity in students, encouraging them to explore, question, and engage actively in their learning. The school upholds core values of courage, creativity, curiosity, compassion, and composure, which guide both teaching practices and student development. The leadership team, led by Executive Headteacher Ms F Cooper, prioritises the wellbeing of both staff and pupils, ensuring a balanced and enriching educational experience.
In addition to academic pursuits, John Rankin Junior School offers wraparound care, including breakfast and after-school clubs, to support families. The school actively engages with the local community and encourages parental involvement, making it a welcoming environment for all families. For more information, visit their website at [johnrankinschools.com](https://johnrankinschools.com).
The curriculum at John Rankin Junior School is designed to ignite passion and curiosity in students, encouraging them to explore, question, and engage actively in their learning. The school upholds core values of courage, creativity, curiosity, compassion, and composure, which guide both teaching practices and student development. The leadership team, led by Executive Headteacher Ms F Cooper, prioritises the wellbeing of both staff and pupils, ensuring a balanced and enriching educational experience.
In addition to academic pursuits, John Rankin Junior School offers wraparound care, including breakfast and after-school clubs, to support families. The school actively engages with the local community and encourages parental involvement, making it a welcoming environment for all families. For more information, visit their website at [johnrankinschools.com](https://johnrankinschools.com).
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- Formal Consultation – John Rankin Infant and Nursery School (other)
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Key details
- LA
- West Berkshire
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 360
- Pupils
- 341
- Boys
- 157
- Girls
- 184
- FSM %
- 12.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-05-01
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Berkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 341 | 157 | 184 | 360 | 12.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 358 | 179 | 179 | 360 | 13.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 356 | 174 | 182 | 360 | 11.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 356 | 174 | 182 | 360 | 11.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 357 | 186 | 171 | 300 | 10.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 349 | 171 | 178 | 300 | 7.40 |
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