Waingels College
URN: 110070 • Reading RG5 4RF
Overview
- Name
- Waingels College
- URN
- 110070
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- A Keane-Maher (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Denmark Avenue, Reading RG5 4RF
Summary
Waingels College is a mixed community secondary school located in Reading, Wokingham, with a capacity of 1,331 students. The school prides itself on being inclusive, fostering an environment where all students belong, thrive, and succeed. The ethos is built around core values of kindness, respect, pride, and responsibility, encouraging students to take ownership of their learning and personal development.
The school offers a broad curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, with a strong emphasis on academic achievement. Recent results indicate that Year 11 students have performed above the national average, reflecting the school's commitment to high educational standards. Waingels College also provides exceptional sports and physical education facilities, promoting a well-rounded educational experience.
Community involvement is a key aspect of Waingels College, with various events and initiatives aimed at fostering connections between the school and local families. The school actively engages in supporting local causes, such as the Woodley Foodbank, demonstrating its commitment to social responsibility and community support.
The school offers a broad curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, with a strong emphasis on academic achievement. Recent results indicate that Year 11 students have performed above the national average, reflecting the school's commitment to high educational standards. Waingels College also provides exceptional sports and physical education facilities, promoting a well-rounded educational experience.
Community involvement is a key aspect of Waingels College, with various events and initiatives aimed at fostering connections between the school and local families. The school actively engages in supporting local causes, such as the Woodley Foodbank, demonstrating its commitment to social responsibility and community support.
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Nearby alternatives
- Kendrick School (76.5)
- Maiden Erlegh School (75.7)
- Reading School (73.6)
- Kendrick School (70.2)
- Reading School (70.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1331 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 1331 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 1331 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 1331 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 1331 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 1331 |
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