St Anne's Catholic Primary School
76%
Capacity
160
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Anne's Catholic Primary School
St Anne's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Reading community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 160 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Anne's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Bridget Tobin, it falls under Reading local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 46% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11532nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 38 in Reading.
St Anne's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 18 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
St Anne's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (31 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Anne's Catholic Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Swimming, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Reading, St Anne's Catholic 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Washington Road, St Anne's School, Reading, Reading, RG4 5AA |
| Headteacher | Bridget Tobin |
| Local Authority | Reading |
| Number of Pupils | 160 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.8% |
| School Capacity | 160 / 210 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Dec 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)
11532nd of 13,686
Nationally
1740th of 2,034
In South East
37th of 38
In Reading
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
46%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
46%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
31 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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Anne's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Washington Road, St Anne's School, Reading
Reading, RG4 5AA
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