Beechwood Primary School
70%
Capacity
295
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Beechwood Primary School
Beechwood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wokingham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 295 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Beechwood Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Louise Quinell, it falls under Wokingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11388th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 34 in Wokingham.
Beechwood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 15 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Beechwood Primary School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Swimming, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wokingham, Beechwood Primary School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ambleside Close, Reading, Wokingham, RG5 4JJ |
| Headteacher | Louise Quinell |
| Local Authority | Wokingham |
| Number of Pupils | 295 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.8% |
| School Capacity | 295 / 420 (70% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Feb 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11388th of 13,686
Nationally
1716th of 2,034
In South East
32nd of 34
In Wokingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
47%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
50
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ambleside Close, Reading
Wokingham, RG5 4JJ
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