Kingsclere Church of England Primary School
76%
Capacity
201
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Kingsclere Church of England Primary School
Kingsclere Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Basingstoke and Deane community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 201 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Kingsclere Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanna Messenger, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7423rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 40 in Basingstoke and Deane.
Kingsclere Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 29 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
Kingsclere Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (48 responses).
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 Kingsclere Church of England Primary School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Sports Hall, Library, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Tennis, Football, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Gardening, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basingstoke and Deane, Kingsclere Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Ash Grove, Kingsclere Ce Primary School, Newbury, Basingstoke and Deane, RG20 5RE |
| Headteacher | Joanna Messenger |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 201 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.4% |
| School Capacity | 201 / 266 (76% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Feb 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7423rd of 13,686
Nationally
1049th of 2,034
In South East
18th of 40
In Basingstoke and Deane
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
48 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
41
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kingsclere Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Ash Grove, Kingsclere Ce Primary School, Newbury
Basingstoke and Deane, RG20 5RE
Ash Grove, Kingsclere Ce Primary School, Newbury
Basingstoke and Deane, RG20 5RE
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