Parsons Down Junior School is a community school serving families in Thatcham and the wider West Berkshire area. The school is well established within the local education landscape.

Parsons Down Junior School caters for mixed pupils from 7 to 11 years. With 163 pupils enrolled and a capacity of 360, the school provides a structured and balanced curriculum aligned with national expectations.

The most recent Ofsted inspection, published on 05 July 2022, rated the school Outstanding. Inspectors highlighted the overall quality of education and the strong relationships between staff and pupils.