Reading Blue Coat School

URN: 110151 • Berkshire RG4 6SU

Overview

Name
Reading Blue Coat School
URN
110151
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Pete Thomas (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01189441005
Website
Visit
Address
Holme Park, Berkshire RG4 6SU

Summary

Reading Blue Coat School is an independent mixed school located in Berkshire, accommodating 824 students with a capacity for 920. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and nurturing environment where kindness and engagement are core values. The academic programme is characterised by high expectations and a commitment to excellence, with a dedicated teaching staff focused on helping students achieve their potential at various stages of development.

The school also places significant emphasis on wellbeing, offering a rich pastoral curriculum that encourages pupils to explore ideas, values, and relationships. Co-curricular activities, including a new Adventure Education programme, provide opportunities for students to develop leadership and resilience skills outside the classroom.

In addition to academic and personal growth, Reading Blue Coat School actively engages with the local community, recently partnering with Reading Rugby Football Club to enhance sports facilities and opportunities. The school aims to inspire students through a diverse curriculum that includes specialist subjects and promotes a sense of belonging and pride within the school community.

Key details

LA
Wokingham
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
920
Pupils
824
Boys
696
Girls
128
FSM %
Open date
1957-10-09
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Berkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 824 696 128 920
2024-09-11 791 710 81 850
2023-09-11 819 719 100 850 0.00
2022-09-11 819 719 100 799 0.00
2021-09-11 785 705 80 799 0.00
2020-09-11 757 674 83 799 0.00

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