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Schools in RG30

A postcode district in Reading

  • Postcode district
  • 33 schools and nurseries

In short: RG30 is a postcode district in Reading with 16 primary schools, 6 secondary schools and 14 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries3316 primary · 6 secondary · 14 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in RG30

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All RG30 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in RG30

16 in RG30, best first

Battle Primary Academy

Reading, RG30 2TD · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding in every area

Results above the England average.

80 first choices, 60 offers made

Met the standard at 1168%

England 62%

Days missed
4.1%
Pupils
456
Pupils per teacher
20.3
View school Battle Primary Academy

Churchend Primary Academy

Reading, RG30 4HP · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results above the England average.

53 first choices, 60 offers made

Met the standard at 1168%

England 62%

Days missed
6.5%
Pupils
401
Pupils per teacher
21.2
View school Churchend Primary Academy

Top Secondary Schools in RG30

6 in RG30, best first

The WREN School

Reading, RG30 2BB · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Needs attention in 1 area

Results below the England average.

70 first choices, 117 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1639.2

England 46.2

Days missed
8.3%
Pupils
931
Pupils per teacher
14.9
View school The WREN School

King's Academy Prospect

Reading, RG30 4EX · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results below the England average.

104 first choices, 145 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1639.7

England 46.2

Days missed
9.5%
Pupils
1,157
Pupils per teacher
14.0
View school King's Academy Prospect

Nurseries in RG30

14 in RG30, highest Ofsted grade first

Norcot Early Years Centre

Reading, RG30 6UB · State · Nursery · Ages 2 to 5

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

No published results yet.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
118
Pupils per teacher
26.4
View school Norcot Early Years Centre

Sixth Forms in RG30

5 in RG30, by the school's Eduscope score

The WREN School

Reading, RG30 2BB · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Needs attention in 1 area

Results below the England average.

70 first choices, 117 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1639.2

England 46.2

Days missed
8.3%
Pupils
931
Pupils per teacher
14.9
View school The WREN School

King's Academy Prospect

Reading, RG30 4EX · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results below the England average.

104 first choices, 145 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1639.7

England 46.2

Days missed
9.5%
Pupils
1,157
Pupils per teacher
14.0
View school King's Academy Prospect

Special Schools in RG30

3 in RG30. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Thames Valley School

Reading, RG30 4BZ · All-through · Ages 4 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
9.5%
Pupils
78
Pupils per teacher
4.0
View school Thames Valley School

The Avenue Special School

Reading, RG30 4BZ · Academy · All-through · Ages 2 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
13.5%
Pupils
253
Pupils per teacher
7.5
View school The Avenue Special School

The Holy Brook School

Reading, RG30 3LJ · Special · Primary · Ages 5 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
14.9%
Pupils
28
Pupils per teacher
4.4
View school The Holy Brook School

Private Schools in RG30

1 in RG30. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

St Edward's Prep

Reading, RG30 2JH · Independent · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
147
Pupils per teacher
–
View school St Edward's Prep
The map

Every school in RG30, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Blagrave Nursery School, GoodNorcot Early Years Centre, OutstandingWilson Primary School, Expected standard in every areaSouthcote Primary School, GoodSt Michael's Primary School, GoodMoorlands Primary School, GoodManor Primary School, GoodBurghfield St Mary's C.E. Primary School, GoodEnglish Martyrs' Catholic Primary School, GoodBlessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School, GoodSt Edward's Prep, InspectedThe Holy Brook School, GoodChurchend Primary Academy, GoodKing's Academy Prospect, GoodThe Avenue Special School, GoodMeadow Park Academy, GoodBattle Primary Academy, Outstanding in every areaThames Valley School, GoodRanikhet Academy, Needs attention in 2 areasThe WREN School, Needs attention in 1 areaHorizons Ap Academy, GoodStepping Stones Pre-School, GoodParkside Pre-school in Association with YMCA Reading, GoodMini Oaks Preschool, GoodLittle Dragons Nursery, GoodWestern Elms Nursery, GoodPine Rivers Kindergarten Ltd, GoodLittle Tots Nursery, GoodBees Knees Day Nursery and Pre-School, GoodDickory Docks Educational Day Nursery, GoodThe Lodge Day NurseryNorcot Early Years Centre, GoodGrange Pre-School, Outstanding
  • Outstanding2
  • Good25
  • Not graded yet6
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Schools in RG30 sit in 2 council areas. Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every RG30 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

RG30 has 33 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

Keep up with schools in RG30

Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.

Questions

Questions parents ask about RG30

How many schools are in RG30?

RG30 has 33 schools, including 16 primary schools, 6 secondary schools, 14 nurseries, 1 independent school, 3 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in RG30?

The highest-ranked schools in RG30 on Eduscope are Battle Primary Academy, Burghfield St Mary's C.E. Primary School, Churchend Primary Academy. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in RG30?

There is 1 independent school in RG30. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare it on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in RG30?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 33 schools in RG30 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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