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Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery is a academy sponsor led primary school in Newbury, West Berkshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 242 pupils, and a capacity of 240 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

242

Pupils

240

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with West Berkshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 242 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 240 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by West Berkshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery — School Information

Full address
Fir Tree Lane, Newbury, RG14 2RA
Local authority
West Berkshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
37.6% of pupils
DfE URN
139081

Other Primary Schools in Newbury

If Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Newbury are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery

Is Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery oversubscribed?

Yes — Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery currently has 242 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 240 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery?

Admission to Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery is managed by West Berkshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery cover?

Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery is a primary school in Newbury, West Berkshire, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery?

Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.