Moorlands Primary School

URN: 109799 • Reading RG30 4UN

Overview

Name
Moorlands Primary School
URN
109799
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.8 / 100
School thumbnail

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nicola Browne (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01189375505
Website
Visit
Address
Church End Lane, Reading RG30 4UN

Summary

Moorlands Primary School is a community school located in Tilehurst, Reading, catering to a mixed-gender population of 314 pupils, with a capacity of 490. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment where children are encouraged to be confident, curious, and resilient learners. The ethos emphasizes the importance of social skills, respect for diversity, and the development of lifelong learning habits.

The curriculum at Moorlands is designed to be responsive to pupils' interests, incorporating a range of subjects that promote both academic and personal growth. Key curriculum drivers include Pupil Voice, Growth Mindset, and Active Learning, ensuring that students are engaged and motivated in their educational journey. The school also prioritises the teaching of life skills alongside traditional subjects, preparing students for the challenges of a changing society.

Moorlands Primary values strong partnerships with parents and the local community, recognizing the importance of collaboration in supporting children's education. The school encourages family involvement and offers opportunities for parents to engage with the school, fostering a sense of belonging and shared responsibility in the educational process.

Key details

LA
Reading
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
490
Pupils
314
Boys
166
Girls
148
FSM %
43.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-03-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Berkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 314 166 148 490 43.60
2024-09-11 331 176 155 490 45.00
2023-09-11 355 177 178 490 47.40
2022-09-11 355 177 178 490 47.40
2021-09-11 390 187 203 490 46.00
2020-09-11 421 201 220 490 36.40

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.

Add a review

Please sign in to post a review. Go to login

Are you the school owner?

Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.

Requires login