Whitchurch Primary School
URN: 123009 • Reading RG8 7EJ
Overview
- Name
- Whitchurch Primary School
- URN
- 123009
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Dawn Chesters (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01189842347
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Eastfield Lane, Reading RG8 7EJ
Summary
Whitchurch Primary School is a community school located in Reading, Oxfordshire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 136 pupils, with a capacity of 140. The school is set in a tranquil area designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, providing a safe and conducive environment for learning. Whitchurch Primary is known for its strong community ties, drawing students from the immediate catchment area and beyond.
The school aims to deliver a high-quality, broad, and balanced curriculum that fosters resilience and confidence in students. With a commitment to nurturing individual talents, Whitchurch Primary prioritises the mental health and well-being of both students and staff. The facilities include six classrooms, a multi-purpose hall, and ample outdoor space for various activities, enhancing the overall learning experience.
Whitchurch Primary School has received recognition for its educational excellence, ranking among the top 10 primary schools in the UK. The school also offers a range of support services, including a dedicated focus on special educational needs and various extracurricular activities, ensuring a well-rounded education for all students.
The school aims to deliver a high-quality, broad, and balanced curriculum that fosters resilience and confidence in students. With a commitment to nurturing individual talents, Whitchurch Primary prioritises the mental health and well-being of both students and staff. The facilities include six classrooms, a multi-purpose hall, and ample outdoor space for various activities, enhancing the overall learning experience.
Whitchurch Primary School has received recognition for its educational excellence, ranking among the top 10 primary schools in the UK. The school also offers a range of support services, including a dedicated focus on special educational needs and various extracurricular activities, ensuring a well-rounded education for all students.
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Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 136
- Boys
- 58
- Girls
- 78
- FSM %
- 5.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Berkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 136 | 58 | 78 | 140 | 5.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 141 | 58 | 83 | 140 | 5.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 135 | 56 | 79 | 140 | 5.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 135 | 56 | 79 | 140 | 5.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 135 | 57 | 78 | 140 | 6.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 137 | 60 | 77 | 140 | 3.60 |
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