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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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