Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery

A good academy sponsor led school in West Berkshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery.

Newbury, RG142RA Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

43

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
38.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 45.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
33.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 0.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
11 May 2022
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Fir Tree Lane
Newbury, RG142RA

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
139081
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Address
Fir Tree Lane, Newbury, RG14 2RA
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
NEWBURY ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
240 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
238
Free School Meals
40.5% (96 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
6.3% (15 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.2%
Good
Persistent Absence
17.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
45.0%
Reading Score:
102.0
Maths Score:
101.0
Grammar Score:
102.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 101.0 102.0
2023 103.0 105.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
13 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
26
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
238 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-2.5 per year)

Down -2.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Freedom to Flourish"

GROW Goals Resilience Outstanding Wonder

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to Fir Tree Primary School. The Headteacher, Mr Mike Steer, introduces a warm, welcoming, and values‑based environment with high expectations, dedicated staff, and a focus on helping every child flourish socially and academically.

Facilities

extensive playing fields Multi Use Games Area IT suite

Curriculum Highlights

The White Rose Maths curriculum is embedded across the school. The writing curriculum is structured around the Simple View of Writing.

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Wraparound care includes a Breakfast Club and Lunch Club. Breakfast club is £3.50 per day; Lunch supervision is £3.50 per day. Nursery has funded places (15 hours and 30 hours) with a day rate of £16.92 (£5.64 per hour) for extending to 30 hours. Nursery times include Morning Sessions 8:30am – 11:30am; Lunch Session 11:30am - 12:15pm (for 30 hours children); Afternoon Sessions 12:15pm – 3:30pm.

SEND Provision

At Fir Tree Primary School, pupils on the SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) register receive tailored interventions. The staff, Governors, pupils and parents work together to narrow attainment and progress gaps. For more information talk to the SENDCo, Mrs Michelle Pearse, or view the Local Offer.

Admissions Criteria

West Berkshire's policy is to admit children in the academic year they are five (September). Our Foundation pupils are taught in our Foundation Unit. We admit children from local nurseries/playgroups as well as from our own Nursery. West Berkshire Council acts as the Admissions authority for Fir Tree Primary School. Places are allocated by West Berkshire. Open days/visits are arranged; Admissions Policy documents are downloadable (e.g., 2024-25, 2026-2027, 2027-2028).

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