Park House School
URN: 149435 • Newbury RG14 6NQ
Overview
- Name
- Park House School
- URN
- 149435
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- GREENSHAW LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 46.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- James King (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01635573911
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 239 Andover Road, Newbury RG14 6NQ
Summary
Park House School, located in Newbury, West Berkshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 984 students and a capacity of 1,295. The school emphasizes high educational standards, resilience, and inclusivity, fostering a supportive community where students are encouraged to develop both academically and personally. The ethos is built on three core values: Work Hard, Be Kind, and Take Responsibility, which guide students in their daily interactions and learning experiences.
The school offers a diverse curriculum complemented by a rich array of extra-curricular activities, promoting student engagement and personal growth. A strong house system encourages camaraderie and healthy competition among students across different year groups. Additionally, Park House School prioritizes student wellbeing, providing dedicated pastoral support and a wellness curriculum to help students manage their mental health effectively.
Under the leadership of Headteacher James King, Park House School aims to create an environment where every student is known and respected as an individual. The school values student voice and actively involves students in decision-making processes, ensuring a collaborative approach to education and community life.
The school offers a diverse curriculum complemented by a rich array of extra-curricular activities, promoting student engagement and personal growth. A strong house system encourages camaraderie and healthy competition among students across different year groups. Additionally, Park House School prioritizes student wellbeing, providing dedicated pastoral support and a wellness curriculum to help students manage their mental health effectively.
Under the leadership of Headteacher James King, Park House School aims to create an environment where every student is known and respected as an individual. The school values student voice and actively involves students in decision-making processes, ensuring a collaborative approach to education and community life.
Useful links
- Learning Support & SEND Provision (sen)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Beyond the Classroom (calendar)
- News & Calendar (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- The Downs School (78.9)
- St Bartholomew's School (78.2)
- Trinity School (59.9)
- The Clere School (51.2)
- Park House School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- West Berkshire
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- GREENSHAW LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 1295
- Pupils
- 984
- Boys
- 499
- Girls
- 485
- FSM %
- 13.20
- Open date
- 2022-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 984 | 499 | 485 | 1295 | 13.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 980 | 510 | 470 | 1295 | 14.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1295 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 1295 |
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