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Best 3 Secondary schools in West Berkshire – comparison

Comparison of secondary schools: St Bartholomew's School (Secondary) in Newbury; Kennet School (Secondary) in Thatcham; Denefield School (Secondary) in Reading — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares St Bartholomew's School, Kennet School and Denefield School. They are secondary phase and academy converter type located around Newbury, Berkshire, Thatcham, Berkshire and Reading, Berkshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (St Bartholomew's School), published Dec 2021. The lowest is 2 (Kennet School), published Jul 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Kennet School (Jul 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,650, combined total ≈ 4,900, typical FSM 15–20%, range 10–15%–15–20%; all within the EQUINOX LEARNING TRUST trust.

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St Bartholomew's School
RG14 6JP
Phase / Type
Secondary • Academy converter
Location
Newbury
Berkshire
RG14 6JP
Ofsted
1 8 Dec 2021
Pupils
≈ 1,950 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
West Berkshire (869)
Website
www.stbarts.co.uk
Telephone
01635521255
Kennet School
RG19 4LL
Phase / Type
Secondary • Academy converter
Location
Thatcham
Berkshire
RG19 4LL
Ofsted
2 24 Jul 2024
Pupils
≈ 1,800 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
EQUINOX LEARNING TRUST
Website
www.kennetschool.co.uk
Telephone
01635862121
Denefield School
RG31 6XY
Phase / Type
Secondary • Academy converter
Location
Reading
Berkshire
RG31 6XY
Ofsted
2 17 Dec 2023
Pupils
≈ 1,150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
West Berkshire (869)
Website
www.denefield.org.uk
Telephone
01189413458

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How are these comparisons built?
We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.
What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?
Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.
Why can’t I see exact numbers?
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How should I choose a school?
Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.
What should I look for when comparing schools?
Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.
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