Crown Wood Primary School
103%
Capacity
652
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Crown Wood Primary School
Crown Wood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bracknell Forest community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 652 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Crown Wood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katherine Ralley, it falls under Bracknell Forest local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8239th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 23 in Bracknell Forest.
Crown Wood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 149 applications for 90 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 95 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Crown Wood Primary School include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bracknell Forest, Crown Wood 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Opladen Way, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest, RG12 0PE |
| Headteacher | Katherine Ralley |
| Local Authority | Bracknell Forest |
| Number of Pupils | 652 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.7% |
| School Capacity | 652 / 630 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Dec 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8239th of 13,686
Nationally
1215th of 2,034
In South East
14th of 23
In Bracknell Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
59%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
149
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
95 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Opladen Way, Bracknell
Bracknell Forest, RG12 0PE
Journey to School
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