A good academy sponsor led school in Reading. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Palmer Primary Academy.
Overall school rating
/ 100
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Official inspection outcomes
Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.
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Official government statistics
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 102.0 | 103.0 |
| 2023 | 103.0 | 103.0 |
Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends
Derived insights and analysis
Declining trend (-0.5 per year)
Down -0.5% over 3 years
Information extracted from the school's own website
"Enquiring Minds for Inspiring Futures"
The Palmer Academy aims to inspire the futures of children through a creative, inclusive and relevant curriculum, encouraging curiosity and asking questions about the world.
Nursery admissions are managed by The Palmer Academy with 15- and 30-hour funded places for children aged 3/4. Reception and above follow the Local Authority coordinated admissions scheme, arranged in agreement with Brighter Futures for Children. Applications and information are available via brighterfuturesforchildren.org; the school Admissions Policy can be found on the Policies & Reports page; contact the school office or Brighter Futures for Children for queries.