Englefield C.E. Primary School
98%
Capacity
110
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Englefield C.E. Primary School
Englefield C.E. Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the West Berkshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 110 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 112 places).
Ofsted has rated Englefield C.E. Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katherine Galvin, it falls under West Berkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3205th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 57 in West Berkshire.
Englefield C.E. Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 16 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
Englefield C.E. Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (35 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Englefield C.E. Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Tennis, Cross Country, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Art Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Berkshire, Englefield C.E. 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 | Church of England |
| Address | The Street, Reading, West Berkshire, RG7 5ER |
| Headteacher | Katherine Galvin |
| Local Authority | West Berkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 110 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.3% |
| School Capacity | 110 / 112 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3205th of 13,686
Nationally
429th of 2,034
In South East
11th of 57
In West Berkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
27%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
73%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
35 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
61
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Englefield C.E. Primary School
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Contact Information
The Street, Reading
West Berkshire, RG7 5ER
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