iCollege Alternative Provision is a pupil referral unit in Newbury, West Berkshire, for children and young people aged 5 to 19.
- Ages 5–19
- 71 pupils
- Ofsted report card (2026)
School details
- Type
- Pupil referral unit
- Ages
- 5 to 19
- Boys and girls
- Boys and girls
- Pupils
- 71 (places for 48)
- Headteacher
- Mrs Jacqueline Davies (Head Teacher)
- Opened
- 31 October 2005
- Free school meals
- 63.4% of pupils eligible
- Council
- West Berkshire
- School reference (URN)
- 131066
How to get a place
3 steps
- Talk to your child’s school or the council
Places in alternative provision are usually arranged by your child’s current school or West Berkshire council, rather than applied for directly.
- If your child has an EHC plan
The placement should be agreed through the plan, with you involved in the decision.
- Get free, independent advice
Your local SENDIASS can explain your options and come to meetings with you.
Questions to ask when you visit
8 questions to tick off as you go
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Ofsted
Report card, May 2026: Strong standard in every area
Inspected in May 2026 under Ofsted’s new report cards, which grade each area separately, from Exceptional to Urgent improvement, instead of one overall grade.
- InclusionStrong standard
- Curriculum and teachingStrong standard
- AchievementStrong standard
- Attendance and behaviourStrong standard
- Personal development and wellbeingStrong standard
- Leadership and governanceStrong standard
- SafeguardingMet
Contact and getting there
Independence, Richmond House, Bath Road, Newbury, RG14 1QY
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Directions: Walk Public transport Drive
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Questions about iCollege Alternative Provision
How do I get a place at iCollege Alternative Provision?
Places at iCollege Alternative Provision are usually arranged by your child’s current school or West Berkshire council rather than applied for directly. If your child has an EHC plan, the placement should be agreed through it.
What ages does iCollege Alternative Provision take?
Aged 5 to 19, boys and girls.
What is iCollege Alternative Provision’s Ofsted rating?
Rated Good by Ofsted in May 2026 at its last graded inspection. Newer inspections no longer give a single overall grade, so read the latest report for the full picture.
Where is iCollege Alternative Provision?
Independence, Richmond House, Bath Road, Newbury, RG14 1QY, in West Berkshire.
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