South Lake Primary School
96%
Capacity
454
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About South Lake Primary School
South Lake Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wokingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 454 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated South Lake Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Antoinette Butler-Willis, it falls under Wokingham local authority.
South Lake Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 133 applications for 44 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
South Lake Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (98 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at South Lake Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Cross Country, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Coding, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wokingham, South Lake 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Campbell Road, Reading, Wokingham, RG5 3NA |
| Headteacher | Antoinette Butler-Willis |
| Local Authority | Wokingham |
| Number of Pupils | 454 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.1% |
| School Capacity | 454 / 472 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 May 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
98 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
133
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Campbell Road, Reading
Wokingham, RG5 3NA
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