Shinfield Infant and Nursery School
93%
Capacity
308
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Shinfield Infant and Nursery School
Shinfield Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wokingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 308 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 330 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Shinfield Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Lauchlan, it falls under Wokingham local authority.
Shinfield Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 239 applications for 90 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 89 were first-preference applications.
Shinfield Infant and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (56 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shinfield Infant and Nursery School include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Chess, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wokingham, Shinfield Infant and Nursery 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Green, Reading, Wokingham, RG2 9EH |
| Headteacher | Nicola Lauchlan |
| Local Authority | Wokingham |
| Number of Pupils | 308 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.2% |
| School Capacity | 308 / 330 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Mar 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
56 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
239
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
89 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Green, Reading
Wokingham, RG2 9EH
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