Emmer Green Primary School
98%
Capacity
413
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Emmer Green Primary School
Emmer Green Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Reading community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 413 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Tonia Crossman, it falls under Reading local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6694th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 38 in Reading.
Emmer Green Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 209 applications for 60 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 65 were first-preference applications.
Emmer Green Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 99% recommending the school (157 responses).
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 Emmer Green Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Netball, Rounders, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Choir, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Reading, Emmer Green 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 | Grove Road, Reading, Reading, RG4 8LN |
| Headteacher | Tonia Crossman |
| Local Authority | Reading |
| Number of Pupils | 413 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.6% |
| School Capacity | 413 / 420 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6694th of 13,686
Nationally
943rd of 2,034
In South East
14th of 38
In Reading
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
157 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
2025/26Oversubscribed60
209
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
65 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Emmer Green Primary School
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Contact Information
Grove Road, Reading
Reading, RG4 8LN
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