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New Town Primary School

School Terrace, Reading, RG1 3LS

A Good-rated primary school in Reading where 61% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

415

Ages

3-11

FSM

19.9%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Jan 2025

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

69.0%

Writing

76.0%

Maths

73.0%

RWM Combined

61.0%

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About New Town Primary School

New Town Primary School is a primary school in Reading, Reading. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 55 responses), 96% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 61% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 415 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: School Terrace, Reading, RG1 3LS | More schools in Reading

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for New Town Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jan 2025 — Good
May 2019 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about New Town Primary School

What is New Town Primary School's Ofsted rating?

New Town Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What do parents say about New Town Primary School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 55 responses): 96% of parents would recommend New Town Primary School.

What are New Town Primary School's latest exam results?

New Town Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 61% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is New Town Primary School located?

New Town Primary School is a primary school in Reading, Reading (RG1 3LS).

How many pupils attend New Town Primary School?

New Town Primary School has around 415 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare New Town Primary School with other schools?

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