What did Ofsted judge Reading School's overall effectiveness to be?

Ofsted judged Reading School's overall effectiveness as Outstanding at its inspection in November 2023, on Ofsted's own scale.

How many pupils attend Reading School?

Reading School has 1,138 pupils on roll.

What ages does Reading School take?

Reading School admits pupils aged 11 to 18.

Where is Reading School located?

Reading School is located in Reading, RG1 5LW, Reading.

How do I apply to Reading School?

Reading School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for secondary places is 31 October.

What is the largest ethnic background at Reading School?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 45.7% of pupils at Reading School are recorded as Indian. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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Reading School: key facts

What did Ofsted judge Reading School's overall effectiveness to be?: Ofsted judged Reading School's overall effectiveness as Outstanding at its inspection in November 2023, on Ofsted's own scale.
How many pupils attend Reading School?: Reading School has 1,138 pupils on roll.
What ages does Reading School take?: Reading School admits pupils aged 11 to 18.
Where is Reading School located?: Reading School is located in Reading, RG1 5LW, Reading.
How do I apply to Reading School?: Reading School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for secondary places is 31 October.
What is the largest ethnic background at Reading School?: According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 45.7% of pupils at Reading School are recorded as Indian. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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Reading School: key facts

What did Ofsted judge Reading School's overall effectiveness to be?: Ofsted judged Reading School's overall effectiveness as Outstanding at its inspection in November 2023, on Ofsted's own scale.
How many pupils attend Reading School?: Reading School has 1,138 pupils on roll.
What ages does Reading School take?: Reading School admits pupils aged 11 to 18.
Where is Reading School located?: Reading School is located in Reading, RG1 5LW, Reading.
How do I apply to Reading School?: Reading School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for secondary places is 31 October.
What is the largest ethnic background at Reading School?: According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 45.7% of pupils at Reading School are recorded as Indian. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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