New Town Primary School
99%
Capacity
415
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About New Town Primary School
New Town Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Reading community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 415 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated New Town Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Polly Cornish, it falls under Reading local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8882nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 38 in Reading.
New Town Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 110 applications for 48 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
New Town Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (55 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at New Town Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Gymnastics, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Reading, New 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 | School Terrace, Reading, Reading, RG1 3LS |
| Headteacher | Polly Cornish |
| Local Authority | Reading |
| Number of Pupils | 415 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.9% |
| School Capacity | 415 / 420 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8882nd of 13,686
Nationally
1326th of 2,034
In South East
23rd of 38
In Reading
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
57%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
55 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
110
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Town Primary School
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Contact Information
School Terrace, Reading
Reading, RG1 3LS
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