New Scotland Hill Primary School
93%
Capacity
220
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About New Scotland Hill Primary School
New Scotland Hill 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 220 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated New Scotland Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon Cotterill, it falls under Bracknell Forest local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3634th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 23 in Bracknell Forest.
New Scotland Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 27 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at New Scotland Hill Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Athletics, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bracknell Forest, New Scotland Hill 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 | Grampian Road, Sandhurst, Bracknell Forest, GU47 8NQ |
| Headteacher | Simon Cotterill |
| Local Authority | Bracknell Forest |
| Number of Pupils | 220 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.9% |
| School Capacity | 220 / 236 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 25 Jun 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3634th of 13,686
Nationally
492nd of 2,034
In South East
5th of 23
In Bracknell Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
72%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed27
55
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 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
Grampian Road, Sandhurst
Bracknell Forest, GU47 8NQ
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