Waingels

URN: 142166 • Reading RG5 4RF

Overview

Name
Waingels
URN
142166
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ORCHARD LEARNING ALLIANCE
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lindsey Humber (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01189690336
Website
Visit
Address
Waingels Road, Reading RG5 4RF

Summary

Waingels College, located in Reading, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,421 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,331. The school prides itself on being inclusive, fostering an environment where all students feel they belong and can thrive. The ethos is built around core values of kindness, respect, pride, and responsibility, encouraging students to take ownership of their learning and personal development.

The curriculum at Waingels is designed to challenge students and support their academic growth, with a strong emphasis on high expectations and resilience. The school celebrates its students' achievements, as evidenced by recent results that surpassed national averages. Additionally, Waingels offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports and creative clubs, promoting a well-rounded educational experience.

Community involvement is also a key aspect of Waingels, with initiatives such as support for local food banks and opportunities for parental engagement through forums and open events. The school aims to create a collaborative environment where students, parents, and staff work together to ensure the success and wellbeing of all students.

Key details

LA
Wokingham
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
ORCHARD LEARNING ALLIANCE
Capacity
1331
Pupils
1421
Boys
712
Girls
709
FSM %
12.30
Open date
2015-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Berkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1421 712 709 1331 12.30
2024-09-11 1419 711 708 1331 11.30
2023-09-11 1366 686 680 1331 10.20
2022-09-11 1366 686 680 1331 10.20
2021-09-11 1280 626 654 1331 9.40
2020-09-11 1291 605 686 1331 7.00

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