Maiden Erlegh School in Reading
URN: 141886 • Reading RG1 5SL
Overview
- Name
- Maiden Erlegh School in Reading
- URN
- 141886
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- MAIDEN ERLEGH TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Will Graham (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01189668065
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 81 Crescent Road, Reading RG1 5SL
Summary
Maiden Erlegh School in Reading is a mixed secondary free school located in the heart of East Reading, serving a diverse and multicultural community. With a current enrolment of 885 students and a capacity of 900, the school prides itself on fostering a strong sense of connection among students and staff. The school's ethos is encapsulated in its values: Aim High, Be Inclusive, and Work Together, which guide academic and extracurricular activities.
The school offers a high-performing curriculum that encourages students to engage in both academic challenges and creative pursuits. Staff members are committed to nurturing each student's skills and talents, ensuring they develop the character and abilities needed to thrive. The school also promotes active participation in team sports and various extracurricular activities, fostering a well-rounded educational experience.
Maiden Erlegh School values strong partnerships with families and the wider community, aiming to create an inclusive environment where every student can flourish. Open mornings are held for prospective families, providing an opportunity to explore the school's offerings and meet the dedicated staff.
The school offers a high-performing curriculum that encourages students to engage in both academic challenges and creative pursuits. Staff members are committed to nurturing each student's skills and talents, ensuring they develop the character and abilities needed to thrive. The school also promotes active participation in team sports and various extracurricular activities, fostering a well-rounded educational experience.
Maiden Erlegh School values strong partnerships with families and the wider community, aiming to create an inclusive environment where every student can flourish. Open mornings are held for prospective families, providing an opportunity to explore the school's offerings and meet the dedicated staff.
Useful links
- COMMUNITY (SEND) (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- News & Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Key Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Kendrick School (76.5)
- Maiden Erlegh School (75.7)
- Reading School (73.6)
- Kendrick School (70.2)
- Reading School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Reading
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- MAIDEN ERLEGH TRUST
- Capacity
- 900
- Pupils
- 885
- Boys
- 526
- Girls
- 359
- FSM %
- 28.00
- Open date
- 2015-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Berkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 885 | 526 | 359 | 900 | 28.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 888 | 496 | 392 | 900 | 25.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 886 | 489 | 397 | 900 | 24.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 886 | 489 | 397 | 900 | 24.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 891 | 472 | 419 | 900 | 22.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 891 | 459 | 432 | 900 | 16.60 |
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