Newtown School
80%
Capacity
224
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Newtown School
Newtown School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 224 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 280 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Newtown School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hayley England, it falls under Buckinghamshire local authority.
Newtown School is a popular choice with families — it received 92 applications for 52 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
Newtown School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (71 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Newtown School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Science Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, Newtown 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 | 2 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Berkhampstead Road, Chesham, Buckinghamshire, HP5 3AT |
| Headteacher | Hayley England |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 224 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.6% |
| School Capacity | 224 / 280 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
71 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed52
92
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Berkhampstead Road, Chesham
Buckinghamshire, HP5 3AT
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