Claycots School
89%
Capacity
1,649
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Claycots School
Claycots School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Slough community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 1,649 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 1,848 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Claycots School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Mijatovich, it falls under Slough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6689th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 26 in Slough.
Claycots School is a popular choice with families — it received 119 applications for 67 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 61 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Claycots School include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Rounders, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Science Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Slough, Claycots School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Monksfield Way, Slough, Slough, SL2 1QX |
| Headteacher | Sarah Mijatovich |
| Local Authority | Slough |
| Number of Pupils | 1,649 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.8% |
| School Capacity | 1,649 / 1,848 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Dec 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6689th of 13,686
Nationally
940th of 2,034
In South East
17th of 26
In Slough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed67
119
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
61 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Monksfield Way, Slough
Slough, SL2 1QX
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