Katesgrove Primary School
97%
Capacity
689
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Katesgrove Primary School
Katesgrove Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Reading community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 689 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 708 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Katesgrove Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Telling, it falls under Reading local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5728th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 38 in Reading.
Katesgrove Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 191 applications for 79 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 76 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Katesgrove Primary School include Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Forest School, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cross Country, Netball, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Reading, Katesgrove 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Dorothy Street, Reading, Reading, RG1 2NL |
| Headteacher | Lisa Telling |
| Local Authority | Reading |
| Number of Pupils | 689 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.0% |
| School Capacity | 689 / 708 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jan 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5728th of 13,686
Nationally
804th of 2,034
In South East
10th of 38
In Reading
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
66%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed79
191
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
76 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dorothy Street, Reading
Reading, RG1 2NL
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