Francis Baily Primary School
URN: 147273 • Thatcham RG19 4GG
Overview
- Name
- Francis Baily Primary School
- URN
- 147273
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- EQUINOX LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 50.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Elizabeth Hobbs (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01635862188
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Skillman Drive, Thatcham RG19 4GG
Summary
Francis Baily Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Thatcham, West Berkshire, catering to 533 pupils with a capacity of 567. The school is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment where children can develop into confident and self-disciplined individuals. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its vision, "Improving Every Day," which encourages students to strive for personal growth and resilience in their learning.
The curriculum at Francis Baily is designed to foster curiosity, aspiration, respect, courage, and collaboration among students. Teachers aim to create an engaging learning experience that not only enhances knowledge and skills but also prepares pupils for future challenges. The school places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and promoting the well-being of all children, ensuring they feel valued and respected.
Parents are encouraged to be involved in the school community, with regular updates and events communicated through the school’s website. For families with children starting school in September 2026, drop-in sessions are scheduled for September 2025, providing an opportunity to learn more about the school and its offerings.
The curriculum at Francis Baily is designed to foster curiosity, aspiration, respect, courage, and collaboration among students. Teachers aim to create an engaging learning experience that not only enhances knowledge and skills but also prepares pupils for future challenges. The school places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and promoting the well-being of all children, ensuring they feel valued and respected.
Parents are encouraged to be involved in the school community, with regular updates and events communicated through the school’s website. For families with children starting school in September 2026, drop-in sessions are scheduled for September 2025, providing an opportunity to learn more about the school and its offerings.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- News and Events (calendar)
- Reading Rangers Newsletter no 1 (download)
- Reading Rangers Newsletter no 2 (download)
- Awards 2021 (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Website Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Francis Baily Primary School (71.6)
- Spurcroft Primary School (66.1)
- St Finian's Catholic Primary School (65.9)
- Cold Ash St Mark's CE Primary School (64.5)
- Yattendon C.E. Primary School (63.7)
Key details
- LA
- West Berkshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- EQUINOX LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 567
- Pupils
- 533
- Boys
- 272
- Girls
- 261
- FSM %
- 17.80
- Open date
- 2019-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Berkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 533 | 272 | 261 | 567 | 17.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 534 | 265 | 269 | 567 | 17.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 559 | 288 | 271 | 567 | 15.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 559 | 288 | 271 | 567 | 15.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 590 | 301 | 289 | 567 | 14.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 582 | 294 | 288 | 567 | 9.60 |
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