Stockcross C.E. School, Newbury
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 8 months agoReport card - no overall grade (new Ofsted framework from Sep 2024)
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Stockcross C.E. School creates a warm, caring environment where children feel safe and happy. The school excels at reading and has strong attendance rates, supported by leaders who understand individual barriers and provide personalised help. With excellent behaviour and a real focus on including all learners, including those with additional needs, your child will be well supported to thrive.
Key Strengths
- Reading outcomes are above average, with pupils reading fluently and understanding well by the end of key stage 2
- Behaviour is calm and purposeful, with bullying and discrimination rare due to the positive culture established by leaders
- Attendance is above the national average, with leaders using effective strategies to support families
- Strong inclusion practices with clear processes to identify and support pupils with SEND
- Pupils feel safe and happy, with well-planned personal development and mental health support
Areas for Improvement
- Writing remains a priority, particularly handwriting and spelling which are less secure for some pupils
- Phonics teaching needs greater consistency and fidelity to the chosen programme, especially in early years
- Further refinement needed in early years curriculum delivery to increase vocabulary development opportunities
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Extracurricular Activities
Clubs, school council roles, lunchtime provision
Stockcross C.E. School is a small primary school where pupils generally achieve well across the curriculum, with particular strength in reading by the end of key stage 2. The school maintains a calm, purposeful atmosphere with strong safeguarding practices and a clear focus on inclusion and pupil wellbeing.
At a Glance
4.8%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has declined from 89% to 85%. Maths has declined from 100% to 69%. Writing has declined from 78% to 54%.
Class Sizes
28.3
Avg class size
3
Total classes
1 class with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
79%
Available places
83 pupils
105 capacity
22 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Newbury
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Newbury
Admissions Demand - West Berkshire
Places available
1,973
Applications
1,515
Got 1st preference
93.9%
Got preferred school
98.9%
Primary admissions across West Berkshire (2025/26)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
3.92194%
Overall absence
5.47945%
Persistent absence
73
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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