The Bulmershe School
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About The Bulmershe School
The Bulmershe School is a state-funded Does not apply secondary school serving the Wokingham community, welcoming children from age 11 to 18. The school has 1,506 pupils on roll.
Ofsted has rated The Bulmershe School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Woodfin, it falls under Wokingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.14 is below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is solid at 46.0. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C+. Additionally, ranked 1881st out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 9 in Wokingham.
The Bulmershe School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents).
On-site facilities at The Bulmershe School include Swimming Pool, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Astro Turf, Tennis Courts, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rowing, Football, Hockey, Netball and 4 more, as well as clubs including Debate, Chess, DofE, Newspaper and 3 more.
For families exploring secondary schools in Wokingham, The Bulmershe 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Woodlands Avenue, Reading, Wokingham, RG5 3EU |
| Headteacher | Amanda Woodfin |
| Local Authority | Wokingham |
| Number of Pupils | 1,506 |
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.14)
1881st of 3,141
Nationally
287th of 461
In South East
8th of 9
In Wokingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make similar progress to students nationally with the same starting point
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
36.5
'22/23
36.1
'23/24
33.5
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
15Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Bulmershe School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
School Admissions Timeline 2026/27
Key dates for primary, secondary and nursery applications
School Open Days Calendar 2026/27
When open days happen and what to look for
Contact Information
Woodlands Avenue, Reading
Wokingham, RG5 3EU
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