College Town Primary School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Branksome Hill Road College Town Sandhurst Berkshire GU47 0QF |
| Phone | 0127631933 |
| Reference Number | 109828 |
College Town Primary is performing well overall, maintaining a 'Good' rating in all areas evaluated during the inspection. Since the amalgamation of the former infant and junior schools in 2018, the leadership has successfully built a cohesive and inclusive school environment. The headteacher's high expectations and supportive culture contribute to a positive atmosphere where pupils feel safe and engaged. Parents express satisfaction with the school's supportive nature and the emphasis on ensuring every child feels like a valued member of the community.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 478 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.05%
Girls: 48.95% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 7.7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 19.2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 26.6 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 23 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 30 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27 | 30 | 57 |
| 2 | 39 | 26 | 65 |
| 3 | 42 | 42 | 84 |
| 4 | 30 | 31 | 61 |
| 5 | 31 | 33 | 64 |
| 6 | 37 | 24 | 61 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 66.3% |
| Asian, Other | 13.6% |
| White, Other | 5.2% |
| Indian | 2.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.7% |
| White & Asian | 2.5% |
| Unclassified | 2.1% |
| African | 1.5% |
| Irish | 0.4% |
| Caribbean | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 27 Sep 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 27 Sep 2022 | School inspection: |
| 21 Jun 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Jan 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Jan 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 11 May 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Jul 2005 | Inspection |
| 26 Jan 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Cohesive and inclusive school environment created by leadership.
- High expectations from leaders contribute to a productive atmosphere.
- Strong emphasis on personal development and pupil involvement.
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs.
- Well-designed curriculum that allows for deep recall and application of knowledge.
- Reading is prioritized, fostering a love for books among students.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent subject knowledge among some teachers affects pupil learning.
- Limited opportunities for wider personal development due to pandemic impact.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 61% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 10% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 106 | ||
| Maths | 104 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.1 | ||
| Writing | -1 | ||
| Maths | -2 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 29 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 18 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 12 | 5 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Owlsmoor Primary School
Cambridge Road, Owlsmoor, Sandhurst, Berkshire, GU47 0TA |
0.55 miles |
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Uplands Primary School and Nursery
Albion Road, Sandhurst, Berkshire, GU47 9BP |
0.89 miles |
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Frogmore Junior School
Green Lane, Frogmore, Frogmore Junior School, Camberley, Surrey, GU17 0NY |
1.2 miles |
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Frogmore Infant School
Green Lane, Frogmore, Camberley, Surrey, GU17 0NY |
1.24 miles |
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Wildmoor Heath School
Lower Broadmoor Road, Crowthorne, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG45 7HD |
1.28 miles |
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Lyndhurst School
36 The Avenue, Camberley, GU15 3NE |
1.33 miles |
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Hawley Primary School
Hawley Road, Blackwater, Camberley, Surrey, GU17 9BH |
1.44 miles |
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New Scotland Hill Primary School
Grampian Road, Sandhurst, Berkshire, GU47 8NQ |
1.51 miles |
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Potley Hill Primary School
Potley Hill Road, Potley Hill Primary School, Yateley, Hampshire, GU46 6AG |
1.57 miles |
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St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Sandhurst
Lower Church Road, Sandhurst, Berkshire, GU47 8HN |
1.59 miles |
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Crowthorne Church of England Primary School
Duke's Ride, Crowthorne, Berkshire, RG45 6ND |
1.82 miles |
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Lorraine Infant School & Nursery
Highland Road, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 4EX |
1.91 miles |
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South Camberley Primary and Nursery School
Frimley Road, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 2QB |
1.97 miles |
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Our Lady's Preparatory School
The Avenue, Crowthorne, Berkshire, RG45 6PB |
2 miles |
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Cranford Park Church of England Primary School
Cranford Park Drive, Yateley, Hampshire, GU46 6LB |
2.15 miles |
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The Ferns Primary Academy
Field Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 9FX |
2.2 miles |
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Oaklands Junior School
Butler Road, Crowthorne, Berkshire, RG45 6QZ |
2.27 miles |
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Oaklands Infant School
Butler Road, Crowthorne, Berkshire, RG45 6QZ |
2.27 miles |
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Cordwalles Junior School
Berkshire Road, Old Dean Estate, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 4DR |
2.3 miles |
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Crawley Ridge Infant School
Crawley Ridge, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 2AJ |
2.37 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Sandhurst School
Owlsmoor Road, Owlsmoor, Sandhurst, Berkshire, GU47 0SD |
0.32 miles |
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Wellington College Prep
Crowthorne Road, Sandhurst, GU47 8PH |
1.17 miles |
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Edgbarrow School
Grant Road, Crowthorne, Berkshire, RG45 7HZ |
1.3 miles |
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Frogmore Community College
Potley Hill Road, Yateley, Hampshire, GU46 6AG |
1.64 miles |
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Wellington College
|
1.68 miles |
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Hawley Woods School
Fernhill Road, Blackwater, Camberley, Hampshire, GU17 9HU |
2.01 miles |
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Yateley Manor School
|
2.06 miles |
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Kings International College
Watchetts Drive, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 2PQ |
2.07 miles |
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Bohunt Farnborough
Neville Duke Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 9BY |
2.19 miles |
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Collingwood College
Kingston Road, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 4AE |
2.44 miles |
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Hurst Lodge School
Yateley Hall, Camberley, GU46 6HJ |
2.45 miles |
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Yateley School
School Lane, Yateley, Hampshire, GU46 6NW |
2.61 miles |
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Carwarden House Community School
118 Upper Chobham Road, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 1EJ |
2.98 miles |
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Tomlinscote School
Tomlinscote Way, Frimley, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 8PY |
2.99 miles |
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Samuel Cody School
Ballantyne Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8SN |
3 miles |
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The Sixth Form College Farnborough
Prospect Avenue, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8JX |
3.05 miles |
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Hawthorn Academy
Old Wokingham Road, Wokingham, RG40 3BT |
3.18 miles |
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Cove School
St John's Road, Cove, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 9RN |
3.23 miles |
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Farnborough Hill
Farnborough Road, Farnborough, GU14 8AT |
3.41 miles |
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Henry Tyndale School
Ship Lane, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8BX |
3.41 miles |