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New Barn School

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New Barn School

Welford, Newbury, RG20 8HZ

An independent special school in Newbury.

Other independent special school
Pupils
92
Ages
6-19
Capacity
130

Inspected by ISI, not Ofsted

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Inspection
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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
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Progress 8?
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9-7 Grades
N/A
Basics 9-5
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Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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Community & Reviews

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About New Barn School

New Barn School is a secondary school in West Berkshire. According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 25 responses), 36% of parents would recommend this school. The school has around 92 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Frequently asked questions about New Barn School

What do parents say about New Barn School?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 25 responses): 36% of parents would recommend New Barn School.
Where is New Barn School located?
New Barn School is a secondary school in West Berkshire (RG20 8HZ).
How many pupils attend New Barn School?
New Barn School has around 92 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare New Barn School with other schools?
View New Barn School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in West Berkshire.