Caversham Primary School
97%
Capacity
406
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Caversham Primary School
Caversham Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Reading community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 406 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Caversham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jo Grover Clare Jones- King, it falls under Reading local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4435th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 38 in Reading.
Caversham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 215 applications for 60 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 62 were first-preference applications.
Caversham Primary School has very good reviews on SchoolParrot (4.0/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Caversham Primary School include Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Swimming, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Reading, Caversham 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hemdean Road, Reading, Reading, RG4 7RA |
| Headteacher | Jo Grover Clare Jones- King |
| Local Authority | Reading |
| Number of Pupils | 406 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.4% |
| School Capacity | 406 / 420 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4435th of 13,686
Nationally
618th of 2,034
In South East
7th of 38
In Reading
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
69%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
215
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
62 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Caversham Primary School
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Contact Information
Hemdean Road, Reading
Reading, RG4 7RA
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