Oakbank

URN: 138367 • Reading RG7 1ER

Overview

Name
Oakbank
URN
138367
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open, but proposed to close
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ANTHEM SCHOOLS TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
31.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Danielle Finlay (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01189883616
Website
Visit
Address
Hyde End Lane, Reading RG7 1ER

Summary

Oakbank is a mixed secondary free school located in Reading, Wokingham, with a current enrolment of 406 pupils and a capacity of 560. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment, catering to a diverse student body, with approximately 31.9% of pupils eligible for free school meals. This reflects the school's ethos of promoting equality and access to education for all students.

The curriculum at Oakbank is designed to be engaging and challenging, focusing on both academic excellence and personal development. The school aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for their future, fostering a love for learning and encouraging critical thinking. Additionally, Oakbank offers various extracurricular activities to enhance students' social and personal skills.

As part of the Anthem Schools Trust, Oakbank benefits from a strong community network, collaborating with other schools to share resources and best practices. This partnership enhances the educational experience, ensuring that students receive comprehensive support throughout their secondary education. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website at www.oakbank.anthemtrust.uk.

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Key details

LA
Wokingham
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ANTHEM SCHOOLS TRUST
Capacity
560
Pupils
406
Boys
207
Girls
199
FSM %
31.90
Open date
2012-09-01
Close date
2025-08-31
Last Ofsted
2023-11-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Berkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 406 207 199 560 31.90
2024-09-11 522 250 272 560 26.50
2023-09-11 516 267 249 560 21.70
2022-09-11 516 267 249 560 21.70
2021-09-11 507 273 234 560 20.60
2020-09-11 498 266 232 560 17.70

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