St Andrew's School
URN: 110122 • Reading RG8 8QA
Overview
- Name
- St Andrew's School
- URN
- 110122
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Christian
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 39.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Edward Graham (since 2025) , Headmaster
- Telephone
- 01189744276
- Website
- Visit St Andrew's School website
- Address
-
Buckhold, Reading RG8 8QA
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Summary
St Andrew's School, located in Reading, West Berkshire, is an independent prep school that caters to 321 pupils, with a capacity of 335. The school emphasizes a nurturing environment where every child is valued and supported, fostering both academic success and personal growth. The Head Master, Ed Graham, advocates for a balanced approach to education, promoting the motto "stretched, not stressed" to ensure children enjoy learning while developing into confident, well-rounded individuals.
Outdoor learning is integral to the curriculum, with facilities such as a Woodland Nursery and Forest School, allowing students to thrive in a natural setting. The school also offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports and the arts, supported by modern facilities like a sports centre and a newly opened Performing Arts Centre.
Community values are central to St Andrew's, with a strong emphasis on family involvement and open communication between staff and parents. The school has a rich history dating back to 1934 and has produced notable alumni, reinforcing its commitment to high educational standards and pastoral care.
Outdoor learning is integral to the curriculum, with facilities such as a Woodland Nursery and Forest School, allowing students to thrive in a natural setting. The school also offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports and the arts, supported by modern facilities like a sports centre and a newly opened Performing Arts Centre.
Community values are central to St Andrew's, with a strong emphasis on family involvement and open communication between staff and parents. The school has a rich history dating back to 1934 and has produced notable alumni, reinforcing its commitment to high educational standards and pastoral care.
Useful links
- More from the Messenger (sen)
- Outdoor learning is an essential part of School life and our Woodland Nursery and Forest School help pupils thrive (sen)
- Pre-Senior Baccalaureate (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Events (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- The admissions process (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Avenue Special School (65.2)
- Brookfields Special School (63.0)
- Addington School (62.9)
- TLG Reading (62.7)
- Cranbury College (60.1)
Key details
- LA
- West Berkshire
- Age range
- 2 - 13
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 335
- Pupils
- 321
- Boys
- 157
- Girls
- 164
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1939-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Berkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 321 | 157 | 164 | 335 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 325 | 157 | 168 | 335 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 311 | 153 | 158 | 320 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 311 | 153 | 158 | 320 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 293 | 148 | 145 | 300 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 289 | 154 | 135 | 300 | 0.00 |
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