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Manor Primary School

Manor Primary School

Reading, RG30 3LJPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Goodby Ofsted

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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
Address110 Ashampstead Road, Reading, Reading, RG30 3LJ
HeadteacherFiona Swain
Local AuthorityReading
Number of Pupils315
Free School Meals (FSM)37.9%
School Capacity315 / 354 (89% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

28 Feb 2023
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Unchanged
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

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

Top 50%

733rd of 2,034

In South East

Top 50%

8th of 38

In Reading

Top 25%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

67%

Expected Standard

10%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 105
Expected:71%
Higher:33%
Writing
Expected:74%
Higher:19%
MathsAvg Score: 106
Expected:74%
Higher:31%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +25%

'22/23

42%

'23/24

67%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingVisionPhysicalLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

9
Playing FieldsArt StudiosGymnasiumForest SchoolICT SuiteDining HallSports HallOutdoor PlaygroundChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

FootballGymnasticsCross CountryRoundersSwimmingAthletics

Clubs & Activities

Eco ClubGardeningDramaChoir

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

28

Applications

68

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.4x
0x1x2x3x5x+

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.

Frequently Asked Questions About Manor Primary School

Manor Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01189375494www.manorprimary.net/

110 Ashampstead Road, Reading

Reading, RG30 3LJ

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110 Ashampstead Road, Reading

Reading, RG30 3LJ

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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