Cold Ash St Mark's CE Primary School
URN: 109958 • Thatcham RG18 9PT
Overview
- Name
- Cold Ash St Mark's CE Primary School
- URN
- 109958
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mitch Warrender (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01635862600
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Cold Ash Hill, Thatcham RG18 9PT
Summary
Cold Ash St Mark's CE Primary School is a voluntary controlled school located in Thatcham, West Berkshire. With a current enrollment of 203 pupils, the school operates within a capacity of 210, offering a mixed-gender environment. The school is committed to providing a supportive and nurturing atmosphere that fosters both academic and personal development.
The curriculum at Cold Ash St Mark's is designed to meet the needs of all learners, ensuring that each child receives a well-rounded education. The school places a strong emphasis on the values of the Church of England, promoting a sense of community and moral responsibility among pupils. This ethos is reflected in the school's approach to teaching and learning, which encourages collaboration, respect, and resilience.
As part of the local community, Cold Ash St Mark's engages with families and stakeholders to create a positive and inclusive environment. The school also offers support for pupils eligible for free school meals, with 3% of the student body benefiting from this provision. For more information, parents can visit the school's website, although it is currently under development.
The curriculum at Cold Ash St Mark's is designed to meet the needs of all learners, ensuring that each child receives a well-rounded education. The school places a strong emphasis on the values of the Church of England, promoting a sense of community and moral responsibility among pupils. This ethos is reflected in the school's approach to teaching and learning, which encourages collaboration, respect, and resilience.
As part of the local community, Cold Ash St Mark's engages with families and stakeholders to create a positive and inclusive environment. The school also offers support for pupils eligible for free school meals, with 3% of the student body benefiting from this provision. For more information, parents can visit the school's website, although it is currently under development.
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Nearby alternatives
- Francis Baily Primary School (71.6)
- Spurcroft Primary School (66.1)
- St Finian's Catholic Primary School (65.9)
- Yattendon C.E. Primary School (63.7)
- Thatcham Park CofE Primary (62.7)
Key details
- LA
- West Berkshire
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- Not applicable
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 203
- Boys
- 102
- Girls
- 101
- FSM %
- 3.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Berkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 203 | 102 | 101 | 210 | 3.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 196 | 94 | 102 | 210 | 5.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 181 | 81 | 100 | 210 | 1.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 181 | 81 | 100 | 210 | 1.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 176 | 79 | 97 | 210 | 1.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 186 | 84 | 102 | 210 | 3.20 |
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