Springfield Primary School
102%
Capacity
337
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Springfield Primary School
Springfield Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Berkshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 337 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 332 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Springfield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah East, it falls under West Berkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3701st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 57 in West Berkshire.
Springfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 38 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
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 Springfield Primary School include Sensory Room, Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Cricket, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Art Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Berkshire, Springfield 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 | Barton Road, Reading, West Berkshire, RG31 5NJ |
| Headteacher | Sarah East |
| Local Authority | West Berkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 337 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.9% |
| School Capacity | 337 / 332 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Oct 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Dec 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3701st of 13,686
Nationally
504th of 2,034
In South East
15th of 57
In West Berkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
71%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
2025/26Oversubscribed38
99
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 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
Barton Road, Reading
West Berkshire, RG31 5NJ
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