Bucklebury C.E. Primary School

URN: 109955 • Reading RG7 6QP

Overview

Name
Bucklebury C.E. Primary School
URN
109955
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
A Higgs (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01635862965
Website
Visit
Address
Blacklands Road, Reading RG7 6QP

Summary

Bucklebury C.E. Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Reading, West Berkshire, with a current enrollment of 105 pupils and a capacity of 126. The school emphasizes a Christian ethos, promoting values of love, faith, and hope, which foster an inclusive environment for all students. The mission of the school is to develop the whole child, ensuring they are capable, confident, and curious, balanced in mind, body, and spirit.

The curriculum at Bucklebury is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a strong focus on Religious Education (RE) that aligns with the local Agreed Syllabus and the teachings of the Diocese of Oxford. The school encourages respect and understanding of various faiths, reflecting the diverse community it serves. Regular collective worship sessions are held, reinforcing the Christian themes while acknowledging other religions.

Bucklebury C.E. Primary School actively engages with parents and the local community through termly open mornings and personal tours, allowing families to experience the school environment firsthand. The governing board comprises individuals from various backgrounds, ensuring a balanced skill set to support the school's objectives.

Key details

LA
West Berkshire
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
126
Pupils
105
Boys
54
Girls
51
FSM %
16.20
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-02-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Berkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 105 54 51 126 16.20
2024-09-11 106 51 55 126 16.00
2023-09-11 115 51 64 126 9.60
2022-09-11 115 51 64 126 9.60
2021-09-11 112 52 60 126 7.10
2020-09-11 115 52 63 126 6.10

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