Is Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery a good school?

Ofsted rated the school Good at its last graded inspection on 11 May 2022. On the FindGreatSchools composite score it is graded C, 18th of 62 primary schools in West Berkshire. The profile sets out the figures behind both.

What are Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery's SATs results?

In the 2025 Key Stage 2 tests (SATs), 53% of pupils at Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (England: 62%).

How do I apply for a place at Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery?

Applications for Reception places at Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery 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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Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery

Fir Tree Lane, Newbury, RG14 2RA

Local ranking18th of 62 primary schools in West Berkshire

Ofsted: Good

Primary

Phase

210

Capacity

3-11

Age range

Mixed

Gender

Latest data: 2025 SATs · Ofsted inspection 11 May 2022.

Year:

KS2 Results (Year 6 SATs)

2024-25

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected): 53.0% nat62.0%
Reading, Writing & Maths (Higher): 3.0% nat8.0%
Reading (Expected): 67.0%
Writing (Expected): 67.0%
Maths (Expected): 60.0%
Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling (Expected): 67.0%
Reading avg scaled score: 103.0 nat106.0
Maths avg scaled score: 100.0 nat105.0
GPS avg scaled score: 102.0
Cohort Size: 30

Pupil Demographics

2024-25

Total Pupils: 242
Boys: 122 (51%)
Girls: 117 (49%)
Capacity: 210 (114% full)
SEND: 21.1%
FSM Eligible: 42.0%
EAL: 26.0%
SEN with EHC Plan: 6.6%
SEN Support: 14.5%
Pupil:Teacher Ratio: 23.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 10.0
Budget per Pupil: £6,904/yr

Attendance & Absence

2024-25

Overall Absence Rate: 5.7% nat6.2%
Persistent Absence: 15.7% nat15.8%

Persistent absence: pupils missing 10%+ of sessions.

School Information

Type: Academy sponsor led
Phase: Primary
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery: Has Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Boarders: No boarders
Admissions: Not applicable

Pupil Ethnicity

2024-25

White British: 69.5%
White Other: 8.0%
Asian Indian: 3.4%
Black African: 3.4%
Asian Pakistani: 2.9%
Asian Bangladeshi: 2.9%
Other: 2.9%
Black Other: 1.7%

69.5%

White British

8.0%

White Other

3.4%

Asian Indian

Historical Trends

KS2 Performance

Pupil Demographics

Attendance & Absence

Ethnicity Over Time

Contact & Location

0163542129

headteacher@firtree.newburyacademytrust.org

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Fir Tree Lane

Newbury, South East

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Administrative

URN: 139081
UKPRN: 10039868
Establishment No.: 2000
Trust: NEWBURY ACADEMY TRUST

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