Geoffrey Field Infant School
96%
Capacity
310
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Geoffrey Field Infant School
Geoffrey Field Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Reading community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 310 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 322 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Zoe Dean, it falls under Reading local authority.
Geoffrey Field Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 176 applications for 90 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 88 were first-preference applications.
Geoffrey Field Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (19 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Geoffrey Field Infant School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Dance, Cricket, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Film Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Reading, Geoffrey Field Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Exbourne Road, Reading, Reading, RG2 8RH |
| Headteacher | Zoe Dean |
| Local Authority | Reading |
| Number of Pupils | 310 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.5% |
| School Capacity | 310 / 322 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
19 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
176
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
88 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Exbourne Road, Reading
Reading, RG2 8RH
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