Ranikhet Academy
98%
Capacity
231
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Ranikhet Academy
Ranikhet Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Reading community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 231 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ranikhet Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gemma Jackson, it falls under Reading local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10485th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 38 in Reading.
Ranikhet Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 25 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
Ranikhet Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.1/5 from 8 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ranikhet Academy include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Netball, Football, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Eco Club, Film Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Reading, Ranikhet Academy 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 | Spey Road, Reading, Reading, RG30 4ED |
| Headteacher | Gemma Jackson |
| Local Authority | Reading |
| Number of Pupils | 231 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.7% |
| School Capacity | 231 / 236 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 May 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jun 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10485th of 13,686
Nationally
1576th of 2,034
In South East
31st of 38
In Reading
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
51%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
50
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 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
Spey Road, Reading
Reading, RG30 4ED
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