Parsons Down Junior School is a primary community school in Thatcham, South East. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this community school and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Parsons Down Junior School has 56% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.
The school has a teacher turnover rate of 28.7%, 12% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 6.0%.
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At Parsons Down Junior School, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.
69% met the expected standard in reading and 63% in maths.
Parsons Down Junior School has an overall absence rate of 6.0%. The national average for primary schools is approximately 4.0%.
The teacher turnover rate at Parsons Down Junior School is 28.7%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
12% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
Parsons Down Junior School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in July 2022 (3 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Parsons Down Junior School is due for reinspection this year (2026).
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Parsons Down Junior School's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
68/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
27/mo
40% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 6.7 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 6.5
Bus Stops
6
Within 500m
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.