Coley Primary School
96%
Capacity
260
Pupils
4.9x
Demand
About Coley Primary School
Coley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Reading community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 260 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Coley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Pengelly, it falls under Reading 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 11307th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 38 in Reading.
Coley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 146 applications for 30 places, making it 4.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Coley Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Library, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Gymnastics, Swimming, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Reading, Coley 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Wolseley Street, Reading, Reading, RG1 6AZ |
| Headteacher | Sarah Pengelly |
| Local Authority | Reading |
| Number of Pupils | 260 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.5% |
| School Capacity | 260 / 270 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
31 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (31 Jan 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11307th of 13,686
Nationally
1697th of 2,034
In South East
34th of 38
In Reading
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
146
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wolseley Street, Reading
Reading, RG1 6AZ
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