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Reading School
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- Reading RG1 5LW
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| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: High academic excellence and holistic development.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Positive learning attitudes and determined commitment to studies.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers are experts in their field.
Current Educational Practices: Curriculum extends beyond national requirements.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents are engaged in diverse school activities.
Communication: Effective communication with parents about progress.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are highly satisfied with the school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders handle concerns effectively with a sense of pride and moral purpose.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Innovative curriculum and continuous standards improvement.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Absence of malice or spite; safe environment.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Inclusive and kind atmosphere promotes welfare.
Extracurricular Offerings: Broad range of activities and clubs.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Students balance extracurriculars with academics well.
Career Counselling Services: Effective careers information, education, advice, and guidance.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Additional support in sixth form is highly effective.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Considerate work with families ensures success for SEND pupils.
Subjects Offered: Broad range of subjects extending beyond national curriculum.
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Reading School is a top rated, Secondary, Boys school located in Berkshire, South East.
It has 1138 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 99% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
99.40% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Our goal for Reading School is to develop into a flourishing institution that leads the world in producing decent men and academic achievement. In order to advance knowledge and promote character through partnerships and specialist knowledge, we work to create a culture of dedication that produces a powerhouse of sustained high performance. Our innovative comprehensive method, known as the "Reading Way," is built on our beliefs. We have a long history of educating young men as a school that will be celebrating 150 years on the Erleigh Road location in 2020 and 900 years in Reading in 2025. Through our collaborations with schools in Australia, China, Denmark, Kenya, and New Zealand, we have the opportunity to study with the world's top academic and personal development institutions. I sincerely hope you appreciate our website and the glimpse into Reading School life it provides. a school that combines a desire for constant progress with a reverence for the past. a college that cultivates good men while pursuing academic greatness.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Boys | Co-Ed | Girls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.6 | - | 17.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 99% | 98% | 100% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 71.90% | 35.00% | 56.90% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.97 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 82.2 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% | 27.7% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% | 37.2% | 42.99% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 93% | 27.85% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 91% | 14.4% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 93% | 17.4% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 8.11 | 3.2 | 2.82 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 90.62% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 148 | 107 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 84.77% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 22.54% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 94% | 46.31% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 6.15% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 10.08% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.69% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 3.92% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.66 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 82.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% | 29.45% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 38.4% | 45.26% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 97% | 23.15% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 94% | 15.9% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 96% | 18.25% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 8.14 | 3.17 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 94% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 121 | 112 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 91.25% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 22% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 99% | 52.33% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 8.42% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 8.5% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.17% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.92% | 2.15% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 1.02 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 83.9 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% 1 | 24.11% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 31.47% | 43.34% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 94% | 17.47% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 93% | 13.79% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 94% | 15.32% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 8.29 | 2.84 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 83.56% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 123 | 111 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 79.33% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 7% | 18.44% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 88% | 45.11% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 4.89% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.67% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.67% | 2.76% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.98 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 81.7 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% | 24.11% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 31.05% | 42.58% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 94% | 21.37% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 93% 2 | 14.05% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 94% 2 | 16% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 8.11 | 2.89 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 73.44% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 124 | 115 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 99% | 68.89% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 14.56% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | 95% | 45.89% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 2.67% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.44% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.78% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.11% | 2.06% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.66 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 78.7 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% | 28.84% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 35.05% | 43.04% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 92% | 21.63% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 91% | 16.58% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 92% | 17.05% | 16.23% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 84.5% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 126 | 128 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 45.25% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 19.63% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | 94% | 56.13% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 1.63% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.75% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.5% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.25% | 2.46% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 49.61 | 30.06 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | A | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 50.08 | 30.31 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 71.90% | 20.66% | 13.64% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 182 | 101 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 87% | 60.57% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 5.29% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 23.14% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 5.57% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 51.94 | 35.48 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | A+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 52.09 | 32.74 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 78.0% | 24.86% | 17.69% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 174 | 96 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 86% | 61.71% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 3.86% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 4% | 16.29% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 10.29% | 10.7% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 47.94 2 | 35.12 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | A- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 48.51 2 | 32.52 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 66.2% | 18.76% | 13.04% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 156 | 108 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | 89% | 57.86% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 7.57% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | 4% | 20.29% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 9.86% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 49.78 1 | 35.42 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | A | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 50.59 1 | 35.35 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 77.1% | 27.18% | 13.34% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 12.43% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 9.57% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 16.29% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 2.29% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 48.63 | 28.61 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | A | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 51.04 | 29.35 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 76.0% | 17.56% | 12.63% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 15 | 14.71% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 6.43% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 22.43% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 4.29% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Reading School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
