Long Lane Primary School
URN: 109853 • Reading RG31 6YG
Overview
- Name
- Long Lane Primary School
- URN
- 109853
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Christina Allison (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01189427187
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Long Lane, Reading RG31 6YG
Summary
Long Lane Primary School is a community school located in Reading, West Berkshire, catering to children aged 4 to 11. Established in 1966, the school is committed to fostering a love of learning within a supportive and nurturing environment. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its motto, 'Strive to Succeed', which reflects a dedication to both academic and personal development.
The curriculum at Long Lane is designed to be engaging and inclusive, with a focus on developing essential skills and knowledge across subjects. The school employs a range of teaching methods, including the 'Accelerated Reader' programme and active learning strategies, to cater to diverse learning needs. Personal development is a key priority, with programmes such as 'Secrets of Success' and 'No Outsiders' promoting empathy, resilience, and an understanding of British values.
Long Lane Primary also emphasizes the importance of community involvement and collaboration among parents, staff, and pupils. The school offers various extracurricular activities and outdoor learning opportunities, fostering a strong sense of community and encouraging children to explore and engage with their environment.
The curriculum at Long Lane is designed to be engaging and inclusive, with a focus on developing essential skills and knowledge across subjects. The school employs a range of teaching methods, including the 'Accelerated Reader' programme and active learning strategies, to cater to diverse learning needs. Personal development is a key priority, with programmes such as 'Secrets of Success' and 'No Outsiders' promoting empathy, resilience, and an understanding of British values.
Long Lane Primary also emphasizes the importance of community involvement and collaboration among parents, staff, and pupils. The school offers various extracurricular activities and outdoor learning opportunities, fostering a strong sense of community and encouraging children to explore and engage with their environment.
Useful links
- SEND Information Report / Local Offer (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- West Berkshire Admissions (other)
- Long Lane Primary School (other)
- Ofsted Report (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- Our Admissions (other)
- Please browse our prospectus here (other)
- Term Dates 2024 - 2025.pdf (other)
- Our Key Stage 2 Results (other)
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Key details
- LA
- West Berkshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 218
- Pupils
- 210
- Boys
- 101
- Girls
- 109
- FSM %
- 9.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-02-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Berkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 210 | 101 | 109 | 218 | 9.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 208 | 103 | 105 | 218 | 8.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 208 | 101 | 107 | 218 | 9.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 208 | 101 | 107 | 210 | 9.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 212 | 102 | 110 | 210 | 7.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 213 | 106 | 107 | 210 | 8.90 |
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