The Vine Christian School

URN: 134424 • Reading RG7 1HF

Overview

Name
The Vine Christian School
URN
134424
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Christian
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
René Esterhuizen (since 2025)
Telephone
01189886464
Website
Visit
Address
Mitford Close, Reading RG7 1HF

Summary

The Vine Christian School, located in Reading, Berkshire, is an independent mixed school established in 2003. Situated within the Three Mile Cross Church building, the school has a strong Christian ethos, aiming to provide a holistic education that nurtures both academic success and spiritual development. The school celebrates individuality and promotes a supportive environment where students can thrive.

The curriculum is based on the Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) program, which emphasises mastery learning techniques. This approach ensures that students fully understand concepts before moving on, helping to prevent learning gaps. The school caters to a small cohort of 31 pupils, with a capacity of 50, allowing for personalised attention and tailored learning experiences that accommodate each child's unique learning style.

The Vine Christian School is committed to fostering a safe and stimulating environment where students are encouraged to explore their strengths and talents. The school's mission is to equip students with the skills and values necessary for a fulfilling life, grounded in Christian principles and community engagement.

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Key details

LA
Wokingham
Age range
3 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
50
Pupils
31
Boys
26
Girls
5
FSM %
Open date
2003-08-29
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-10-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Berkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 31 26 5 50
2024-09-11 28 26 2 50
2023-09-11 29 20 9 30 0.00
2022-09-11 29 20 9 30 0.00
2021-09-11 27 20 7 30 0.00
2020-09-11 25 16 9 30 0.00

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