Churchend Primary Academy

About Churchend Primary Academy

Churchend Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Reading community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 432 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 446 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Churchend Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lou Slocombe, it falls under Reading local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6011th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 38 in Reading.

Churchend Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 100 applications for 48 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Churchend Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Dance, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Art Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Reading, Churchend Primary Academy 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.

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