College Town Primary School
76%
Capacity
478
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About College Town Primary School
College Town Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bracknell Forest community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 478 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated College Town Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Trudi Sammons, it falls under Bracknell Forest local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7903rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 23 in Bracknell Forest.
College Town Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 47 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
College Town Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.1/5 from 1 parents).
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 College Town Primary School include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Library, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Football, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bracknell Forest, College Town Primary 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 | Branksome Hill Road, Sandhurst, Bracknell Forest, GU47 0QF |
| Headteacher | Trudi Sammons |
| Local Authority | Bracknell Forest |
| Number of Pupils | 478 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.7% |
| School Capacity | 478 / 630 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7903rd of 13,686
Nationally
1152nd of 2,034
In South East
13th of 23
In Bracknell Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
60%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed47
96
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About College Town Primary School
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Contact Information
Branksome Hill Road, Sandhurst
Bracknell Forest, GU47 0QF
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