Hartland High School
78%
Capacity
739
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Hartland High School
Hartland High School is a state-funded Does not apply secondary school serving the Reading community, welcoming children from age 11 to 18. The school has 739 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Hartland High School "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Emily Davey, it falls under Reading local authority.
Hartland High School is a popular choice with families — it received 117 applications for 89 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hartland High School include Science Labs, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Library, Sixth Form Centre, Tennis Courts, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Astro Turf, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Badminton, Martial Arts, Football, Rugby and 6 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Science Club, Newspaper and 4 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.2%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Reading, Hartland High 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | 125 Hartland Road, Reading, Reading, RG2 8AF |
| Headteacher | Emily Davey |
| Local Authority | Reading |
| Number of Pupils | 739 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.2% |
| School Capacity | 739 / 950 (78% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
12Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
18Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
117
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
125 Hartland Road, Reading
Reading, RG2 8AF
125 Hartland Road, Reading
Reading, RG2 8AF
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