Silchester Church of England Primary School
96%
Capacity
172
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Silchester Church of England Primary School
Silchester Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Basingstoke and Deane community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 172 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Silchester Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Moir, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11211th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 40 in Basingstoke and Deane.
Silchester Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 73 applications for 25 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
Silchester Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (91 responses).
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 Silchester Church of England Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Swimming, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basingstoke and Deane, Silchester Church of England 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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | School Lane, Reading, Basingstoke and Deane, RG7 2NJ |
| Headteacher | Rachel Moir |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 172 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.1% |
| School Capacity | 172 / 180 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11211th of 13,686
Nationally
1686th of 2,034
In South East
38th of 40
In Basingstoke and Deane
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
31%
'23/24
48%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
91 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
73
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Silchester Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
School Lane, Reading
Basingstoke and Deane, RG7 2NJ
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