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Reading School
Erleigh Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5LW, Reading
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
99.6 / 100
Top 0%
Better than 100% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
1,129
Capacity
1,094
Ages
11–18
Gender
Boys
Occupancy
103%
Summary
With an Outstanding Ofsted rating and exceptional GCSE results, this school demonstrates a strong commitment to academic excellence, boasting a remarkable Attainment 8 score of 83.0 and 100% of students achieving grade 4 or higher in English and Maths. The impressive EBacc entry rate of 97% further highlights the school's dedication to a broad and balanced curriculum. Parents can be confident in the high standards and supportive environment that fosters student success.
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Last inspected: 21 November 2023Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 83.0 | Top 0% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 100% | Top 1% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 100% | Top 0% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 97% | Top 0% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 97% | Top 0% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
Asian Indian45.0%
White British15.3%
Asian Chinese8.0%
Asian Pakistani6.2%
Asian Other5.3%
Mixed W+Asian4.5%
Mixed Other4.5%
White Other4.3%
Black African3.1%
Other1.9%
Asian Bangladeshi0.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.3%
Mixed W+B African0.2%
Black Other0.2%
Black Caribbean0.2%
White Irish0.1%
Location
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51.44838, -0.95441 · RG1 5LW
School details
Local authorityReading
RegionSouth East
URN136449
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.reading-school.co.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Reading School rated by Ofsted?
Reading School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 21 November 2023.
Is Reading School a good school?
Reading School scores 99.6/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 0% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at Reading School in GCSEs?
Reading School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 83.0. 100% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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