Manor Primary School
89%
Capacity
315
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Manor Primary School
Manor 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 315 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 354 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Manor Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Fiona Swain, it falls under Reading local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5301st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 38 in Reading.
Manor Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 28 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Manor Primary School include Playing Fields, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Forest School, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Gardening, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Reading, Manor 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 | 110 Ashampstead Road, Reading, Reading, RG30 3LJ |
| Headteacher | Fiona Swain |
| Local Authority | Reading |
| Number of Pupils | 315 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.9% |
| School Capacity | 315 / 354 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5301st of 13,686
Nationally
733rd of 2,034
In South East
8th of 38
In Reading
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
67%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
68
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 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
110 Ashampstead Road, Reading
Reading, RG30 3LJ
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