Reading Girls' School

URN: 144610 • Reading RG2 7PY

Overview

Name
Reading Girls' School
URN
144610
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE THAMES LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Marika Farrugia (since 2025)
Telephone
01189861336
Website
Visit
Address
Northumberland Avenue, Reading RG2 7PY

Summary

Reading Girls' School (RGS) is a secondary academy located in Reading, catering exclusively to girls. With a current enrolment of 905 students and a capacity of 947, the school draws pupils from over 35 primary schools in the area. RGS prioritises academic excellence while fostering a supportive environment that encourages personal growth and responsibility among its students.

The school is set to launch its Sixth Form in September 2025, offering a variety of Level 3 courses along with extracurricular activities, work experience opportunities, and university visits. RGS promotes a culture of respect, kindness, and empowerment, aiming to develop thoughtful citizens who appreciate diversity, as evidenced by its multicultural community comprising 17 ethnic groups and over 50 languages spoken.

RGS is committed to providing high-quality teaching and learning, with a strong emphasis on student leadership and engagement. The school encourages students to take an active role in both their education and the wider community, ensuring that they are well-prepared for future challenges and opportunities.

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Key details

LA
Reading
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE THAMES LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
947
Pupils
905
Boys
0
Girls
905
FSM %
28.30
Open date
2017-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-11-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Berkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 905 0 905 947 28.30
2024-09-11 873 0 873 947 27.10
2023-09-11 688 0 688 947 26.10
2022-09-11 688 0 688 947 26.10
2021-09-11 560 0 560 947 26.50
2020-09-11 474 0 474 947 20.60

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