Highwood Copse Primary School

URN: 141882 • Newbury RG20 9BS

Overview

Name
Highwood Copse Primary School
URN
141882
Type
Free schools
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE THAMES LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Serraphina Robinson (since 2025)
Telephone
01635749991
Website
Visit
Address
Highwood Copse Way, Newbury RG20 9BS

Summary

Highwood Copse Primary School, located in Newbury, West Berkshire, is a mixed free school catering to 122 pupils, with a capacity of 236. The school prioritises a child-centred approach to education, aiming to provide a holistic learning experience that fosters academic, creative, spiritual, moral, and emotional development. The picturesque setting, surrounded by lush grounds and woodland, enhances the learning environment, encouraging exploration and ambition.

The school’s ethos is built on the principles of safety, success, and resilience, with a focus on nurturing independent thought and intellectual curiosity. Highwood Copse promotes an understanding of social justice and diversity, ensuring that children are well-informed about their community and the wider world. The dedicated staff strive to create an exciting and stimulating atmosphere, inspiring students to celebrate their individuality and develop strong friendships.

Highwood Copse Primary School actively engages with parents and the community, offering opportunities for involvement through events like open mornings. The school values feedback from families, highlighting the importance of collaboration in supporting children's education and well-being.

Key details

LA
West Berkshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE THAMES LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
236
Pupils
122
Boys
64
Girls
58
FSM %
8.20
Open date
2021-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Berkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 122 64 58 236 8.20
2024-09-11 83 40 43 236 12.00
2023-09-11 24 13 11 236 0.00
2022-09-11 24 13 11 236 0.00
2021-09-11 236

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