New Close Primary School

URN: 144995 • Warminster BA12 9JJ

Overview

Name
New Close Primary School
URN
144995
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ACORN EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Louise Kilminster (since 2025)
Telephone
01985212304
Website
Visit
Address
30 Imber Road, Warminster BA12 9JJ

Summary

New Close Primary School, located in Warminster, Wiltshire, is a mixed academy sponsor-led school with a current enrolment of 159 pupils, serving a capacity of 203. The school is part of the Acorn Education Trust and prides itself on being a caring and inclusive community that respects and supports both students and their environment. The ethos focuses on developing the whole child, ensuring that families are at the heart of the educational experience.

The school offers a dynamic and rich curriculum, with a strong emphasis on high-quality teaching that meets the diverse needs of all students. New Close has recently refurbished its Early Years classrooms and outdoor learning area, providing a nurturing environment for nursery and reception classes. The school has received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted in March 2022, reflecting its commitment to fostering positive learning outcomes.

New Close Primary School is particularly proud of its connection to the military community, which enriches the school environment. The school welcomes visits from prospective families and encourages open communication between parents and staff to support children's education effectively.

Key details

LA
Wiltshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ACORN EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
203
Pupils
159
Boys
82
Girls
77
FSM %
13.80
Open date
2017-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-03-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Wiltshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 159 82 77 203 13.80
2024-09-11 136 76 60 203 16.80
2023-09-11 104 59 45 203 15.40
2022-09-11 104 59 45 203 15.40
2021-09-11 97 53 44 203 12.60
2020-09-11 86 45 41 203 11.60

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