River Academy
About River Academy
River Academy, a mixed state secondary in Reading, does not have a Progress 8 score published, which makes a direct comparison with the local authority average of 0.12 impossible on that key headline metric. However, its Attainment 8 score of 51.9 provides a useful alternative benchmark. This figure is notably above the national average of around 46.5, suggesting that pupils at this small school are leaving with stronger overall GCSE results than many of their peers across England. The school’s Basics 9-4 pass rate in English and maths stands at 80%, a solid figure that indicates a strong core academic foundation for the vast majority of its 186 pupils. Yet the picture is not uniform: the Basics 9-5 rate drops to 60%, showing a significant gap between the standard pass and the higher threshold. Furthermore, no pupils entered the EBacc suite of subjects, which is a striking departure from the national push for a broad academic curriculum and something parents should consider carefully.
Key Details
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.
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.
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