Is Parsons Down Infant School a good school?

Ofsted rated the school Good at its last graded inspection on 21 May 2024. On the FindGreatSchools composite score it is graded C, 58th of 62 primary schools in West Berkshire. The profile sets out the figures behind both.

How do I apply for a place at Parsons Down Infant School?

Applications for Reception places at Parsons Down Infant School starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

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Parsons Down Infant School

Herons Way, Thatcham, RG19 3SR

Local ranking58th of 62 primary schools in West Berkshire

Ofsted: Good

Primary

Phase

Capacity

4-7

Age range

Mixed

Gender

Latest data: Ofsted inspection 21 May 2024.

Year:

Pupil Demographics

2024-25

Total Pupils: 90
Boys: 41 (47%)
Girls: 47 (53%)
Capacity: 90 (98% full)
SEND: 18.9%
FSM Eligible: 8.9%
EAL: 12.2%
SEN with EHC Plan: 3.3%
SEN Support: 15.6%
Pupil:Teacher Ratio: 19.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 4.6

Attendance & Absence

2024-25

Overall Absence Rate: 6.5% nat6.2%
Persistent Absence: 9.8% nat15.8%

Persistent absence: pupils missing 10%+ of sessions.

School Information

Type: Community school
Phase: Primary
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Boarders: No boarders
Admissions: Not applicable

Pupil Ethnicity

2024-25

White British: 90.0%
White Other: 5.6%
Other: 2.2%
Mixed White & Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Asian Indian: 1.1%

90.0%

White British

5.6%

White Other

2.2%

Other

Historical Trends

Pupil Demographics

Attendance & Absence

Ethnicity Over Time

Contact & Location

01635866700

office@pdp.w-berks.sch.uk

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Herons Way

Thatcham, South East

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Administrative

URN: 109875
UKPRN: 10069742
Establishment No.: 2145

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