The Palmer Primary Academy
URN: 139653 • Reading RG2 7PP
Overview
- Name
- The Palmer Primary Academy
- URN
- 139653
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- REACH2 ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Anne Higginbotham (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01189375481
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 70 Northumberland Avenue, Reading RG2 7PP
Summary
The Palmer Primary Academy is a mixed, sponsor-led academy located in Reading, serving children aged three to eleven. With a current enrolment of 442 pupils, the school operates above its intended capacity of 420. The academy is committed to fostering an inclusive and creative learning environment, encouraging children to develop enquiring minds and a strong sense of self-esteem.
The curriculum at The Palmer Academy focuses on equipping students with essential life skills, such as resilience and determination, alongside academic knowledge. The school embraces diversity, welcoming families from over thirty nationalities, and provides tailored support for children with limited English proficiency and special educational needs. This inclusive approach aims to ensure that all students can thrive and achieve their potential.
The Palmer Academy values strong partnerships with families and the wider community, believing that collaboration enhances the educational experience. The school encourages open communication and feedback, fostering a supportive environment for both students and parents. For more information or to arrange a visit, parents are invited to contact the school directly.
The curriculum at The Palmer Academy focuses on equipping students with essential life skills, such as resilience and determination, alongside academic knowledge. The school embraces diversity, welcoming families from over thirty nationalities, and provides tailored support for children with limited English proficiency and special educational needs. This inclusive approach aims to ensure that all students can thrive and achieve their potential.
The Palmer Academy values strong partnerships with families and the wider community, believing that collaboration enhances the educational experience. The school encourages open communication and feedback, fostering a supportive environment for both students and parents. For more information or to arrange a visit, parents are invited to contact the school directly.
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Key details
- LA
- Reading
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- REACH2 ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 442
- Boys
- 215
- Girls
- 227
- FSM %
- 26.90
- Open date
- 2013-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Berkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 442 | 215 | 227 | 420 | 26.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 454 | 221 | 233 | 420 | 28.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 458 | 239 | 219 | 420 | 27.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 458 | 239 | 219 | 420 | 27.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 433 | 223 | 210 | 392 | 25.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 430 | 225 | 205 | 392 | 23.00 |
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