Schools in Reading
Find schools in Reading with Ofsted ratings on our free interactive map. See distances from any address, filter by primary or secondary, and view exam results.
Choosing a School in Reading
Reading has a strong mix of state schools including the highly regarded Reading School for boys and Kendrick School for girls - both selective grammar schools with competitive entry. Popular family areas include Caversham, Earley, and Tilehurst. The grammar schools use their own entrance exams, typically taken in September of Year 6. Reading Borough Council handles admissions for non-selective schools.
Primary Schools in Reading
Reading has excellent primary schools across the borough. Popular areas include Caversham, Earley, and Woodley. Examples of well-known primaries include:
- Caversham Primary School
- The Hill Primary School
- Emmer Green Primary School
- Thameside Primary School
- Alfred Sutton Primary School
Secondary Schools in Reading
Reading has two grammar schools plus comprehensives. Grammar entry requires passing entrance exams. Examples include:
- Reading School
- Kendrick School
- Prospect School
How Are Averages Calculated?
When viewing a school's performance data, you'll see comparisons like "+12% vs avg". These averages are calculated from all schools in our database, covering over 20,000 state-funded schools across England. For primary schools, we show KS2 SATs results (percentage meeting expected standard in reading, writing and maths). For secondary schools, we show GCSE results (percentage achieving grade 5 or above in English and maths).
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