English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School
97%
Capacity
421
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School
English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Reading community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 421 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 436 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jamie Carroll, it falls under Reading local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10260th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 38 in Reading.
English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 45 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cross Country, Football, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Drama, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Reading, English Martyrs' Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Dee Road, Reading, Reading, RG30 4BE |
| Headteacher | Jamie Carroll |
| Local Authority | Reading |
| Number of Pupils | 421 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.7% |
| School Capacity | 421 / 436 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Jan 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10260th of 13,686
Nationally
1538th of 2,034
In South East
28th of 38
In Reading
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
52%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
83
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dee Road, Reading
Reading, RG30 4BE
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