Coley Primary School

URN: 109779 • Reading RG1 6AZ

Overview

Name
Coley Primary School
URN
109779
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Pengelly (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01189375461
Website
Visit
Address
Wolseley Street, Reading RG1 6AZ

Summary

Coley Primary School is a community school located in Reading, serving a mixed-gender population of 260 pupils, with a capacity of 270. The school is dedicated to fostering a nurturing and supportive environment where children can thrive academically and socially. With a focus on the value of belonging, Coley Primary aims to inspire students to reach their full potential through high-quality teaching and learning practices.

The curriculum at Coley Primary is designed to ensure that all children achieve age-related expectations and beyond. The school employs effective teaching methods that break down knowledge into manageable chunks, providing scaffolding and support as needed to enhance long-term retention of information. This approach is complemented by a commitment to mental health and well-being, ensuring that students are supported holistically.

Coley Primary actively engages with the community and values parental involvement in the educational journey. The school provides various resources, including newsletters and a dedicated website, to keep parents informed and connected, reinforcing the partnership between home and school for the benefit of every child.

Key details

LA
Reading
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
270
Pupils
260
Boys
131
Girls
129
FSM %
22.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-01-31
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Berkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 260 131 129 270 22.50
2024-09-11 254 135 119 270 24.00
2023-09-11 257 132 125 270 24.80
2022-09-11 257 132 125 270 24.80
2021-09-11 271 144 127 300 23.20
2020-09-11 269 143 126 300 14.40

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