River Academy
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Ofsted Rating
110%
Capacity
186
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About River Academy
River Academy is a state-funded None secondary school serving the Reading community, welcoming children from age 11 to 18. The school has 186 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 169 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Andrew Hartley, it falls under Reading local authority.
In terms of academic performance, Attainment 8 is solid at 51.9.
On-site facilities at River Academy include Sixth Form Centre, ICT Suite, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Swimming Pool, Music Rooms, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Hockey, Cricket, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Model UN, Coding and 4 more.
For families exploring secondary schools in Reading, River 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | 7 Richfield Avenue, Reading, Reading, RG1 8EQ |
| Headteacher | Andrew Hartley |
| Local Authority | Reading |
| Number of Pupils | 186 |
| School Capacity | 186 / 169 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
GCSE Results
2023/24Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
SEND Support
SEN Pupil Breakdown
8
With EHC Plan
8
SEN Support
8.6% of pupils receive SEN 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
14Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About River Academy
Contact Information
7 Richfield Avenue, Reading
Reading, RG1 8EQ
Journey to School
Journey times are estimates based on current conditions. Actual times may vary.
