New Town Primary School
URN: 142682 • Reading RG1 3LS
Overview
- Name
- New Town Primary School
- URN
- 142682
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- OXFORD DIOCESAN SCHOOLS TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Polly Cornish (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01189375509
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- School Terrace, Reading RG1 3LS
Summary
New Town Primary School is a mixed academy located in Reading, catering to children aged 3 to 11 years. With a capacity of 420 pupils and currently enrolling around 415, the school operates as a two-form entry institution, providing a nurturing environment that emphasizes academic, behavioural, and spiritual development. The school is committed to inclusivity, celebrating the diverse backgrounds of its students and fostering a sense of community.
The school day begins at 8:45 am and concludes at 3:15 pm for Foundation Stage Two to Year Six, while Nursery offers flexible attendance options. New Town Primary School is dedicated to excellent pastoral care, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported. The school encourages parental involvement and offers tours for prospective families to explore its facilities and ethos.
Admissions for Reception are open for September 2025, with in-year admissions available throughout the year. Parents interested in enrolling their children are encouraged to contact the school or visit the relevant admissions pages for more information.
The school day begins at 8:45 am and concludes at 3:15 pm for Foundation Stage Two to Year Six, while Nursery offers flexible attendance options. New Town Primary School is dedicated to excellent pastoral care, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported. The school encourages parental involvement and offers tours for prospective families to explore its facilities and ethos.
Admissions for Reception are open for September 2025, with in-year admissions available throughout the year. Parents interested in enrolling their children are encouraged to contact the school or visit the relevant admissions pages for more information.
Useful links
- e4education (other)
- Accessibility Statement (other)
- High Visibility (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Reading
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- OXFORD DIOCESAN SCHOOLS TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 415
- Boys
- 211
- Girls
- 204
- FSM %
- 19.90
- Open date
- 2016-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-05-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Berkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 415 | 211 | 204 | 420 | 19.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 423 | 226 | 197 | 420 | 22.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 378 | 200 | 178 | 472 | 28.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 378 | 200 | 178 | 472 | 28.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 327 | 162 | 165 | 472 | 28.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 276 | 128 | 148 | 472 | 23.70 |
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