Schools in Reading: Ofsted Ratings (2026)
320 registered schools in Reading, South East. 61% are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Browse the best primary and secondary schools below, then check a specific postcode for catchment distance.
320
Schools total
270 primary · 49 secondary
61%
Good or Outstanding
196 of 320
53
Rated Outstanding
143
Rated Good
Best primary schools in Reading
270 primary schools, sorted by Ofsted rating (Outstanding first). Showing the top 25.
| School | Postcode | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|
| Aldryngton Primary School | RG6 7HR | Outstanding |
| All Saints Junior School | RG1 6NP | Outstanding |
| Birch Copse Primary School | RG31 5LN | Outstanding |
| Castle Hill Infant School | RG23 8BN | Outstanding |
| Charles Kingsley's Church of England Primary School | RG27 0LX | Outstanding |
| Churchend Primary Academy | RG30 4HP | Outstanding |
| Compton C.E. Primary School | RG20 6QU | Outstanding |
| Crowthorne Church of England Primary School | RG45 6ND | Outstanding |
| Emmer Green Primary School | RG4 8LN | Outstanding |
| Finchampstead CofE VA Primary School | RG40 4JR | Outstanding |
| Four Lanes Infant School | RG24 8PQ | Outstanding |
| Geoffrey Field Infant School | RG2 8RH | Outstanding |
| Hampstead Norreys C.E. Primary School | RG18 0TR | Outstanding |
| Kempshott Infant School | RG22 5LL | Outstanding |
| Kidmore End Church of England Primary School | RG4 9AU | Outstanding |
| Knowl Hill Church of England Primary Academy | RG10 9UX | Outstanding |
| Marnel Community Infant School | RG24 9PT | Outstanding |
| Nettlebed Community School | RG9 5DA | Outstanding |
| Oakley Church of England Junior School | RG23 7JZ | Outstanding |
| Oakley Infant School | RG23 7JZ | Outstanding |
| Oakridge Infant School | RG21 5RR | Outstanding |
| Oakwood Infant School | RG27 8DY | Outstanding |
| Old Basing Infant School | RG24 7DL | Outstanding |
| Overton Church of England Primary School | RG25 3ES | Outstanding |
| Polehampton Church of England Infant School | RG10 9HS | Outstanding |
Best secondary schools in Reading
49 secondary schools, sorted by Ofsted rating. Showing the top 25.
| School | Postcode | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|
| Edgbarrow School | RG45 7HZ | Outstanding |
| Kendrick School | RG1 5BN | Outstanding |
| Kennet School | RG19 4LL | Outstanding |
| Ranelagh School | RG12 9DA | Outstanding |
| Reading School | RG1 5LW | Outstanding |
| Robert May's School | RG29 1NA | Outstanding |
| St Crispin's School | RG40 1SS | Outstanding |
| Testbourne Community School | RG28 7JF | Outstanding |
| The Downs School | RG20 6AD | Outstanding |
| The Holt School | RG41 1EE | Outstanding |
| Bishop Challoner Catholic Secondary School | RG22 6SR | Good |
| Brighton Hill Community School | RG22 4HS | Good |
| Denefield School | RG31 6XY | Good |
| Gillotts School | RG9 1PS | Good |
| John O'Gaunt School | RG17 0AN | Good |
| King's Academy Easthampstead Park | RG12 8FS | Good |
| Langtree School | RG8 0RA | Good |
| Maiden Erlegh School | RG6 7HS | Good |
| Park House School | RG14 6NQ | Good |
| St Bartholomew's School | RG14 6JP | Good |
| The Bulmershe School | RG5 3EU | Good |
| The Clere School | RG20 9HP | Good |
| The Emmbrook School | RG41 1JP | Good |
| The Vyne Community School | RG21 5PB | Good |
| The WREN School | RG30 2BB | Good |
Check schools near a specific Reading address
Ofsted ratings tell you which schools are strong, but admission depends on distance. A PostcodeCheck area report lists every school near your exact postcode with its rating, type, and distance, plus crime, flood, broadband, and house-price data.
Schools in Reading: FAQ
How many schools are there in Reading?
There are 320 registered schools in Reading on the latest Ofsted/GIAS data — 270 primary, 49 secondary, and the remainder all-through, special, or 16+ providers. Of these, 61% are rated Good or Outstanding.
What is the best-rated school in Reading?
53 schools are rated Outstanding by Ofsted in Reading, and 143 more are rated Good. Outstanding schools are often oversubscribed, so proximity (your postcode's distance to the school) usually determines whether you can get a place.
How do I check school catchment for a Reading postcode?
Catchment depends on the exact address. Enter any Reading postcode into PostcodeCheck and the area report lists every school near that postcode, its Ofsted rating, type, and distance — the data admissions teams use to decide places.
Does living near a good school in Reading affect house prices?
Yes. Homes inside the effective catchment of an Outstanding or Good school typically command a 5-15% premium. The effect is strongest for primary schools, where catchment areas are smaller and admissions are tightly distance-based.