Highwood Copse Primary School
58%
Capacity
122
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Highwood Copse Primary School
Highwood Copse Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the West Berkshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 122 pupils on roll, operating at 58% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Highwood Copse Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Serraphina Robinson, it falls under West Berkshire local authority.
Highwood Copse Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 30 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Highwood Copse Primary School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Library.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Dance, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Berkshire, Highwood Copse 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 | None |
| Address | Highwood Copse Way, Newbury, West Berkshire, RG20 9BS |
| Headteacher | Serraphina Robinson |
| Local Authority | West Berkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 122 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.2% |
| School Capacity | 122 / 210 (58% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
80
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Highwood Copse Way, Newbury
West Berkshire, RG20 9BS
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