The Heights Primary School
103%
Capacity
359
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About The Heights Primary School
The Heights Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Reading community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 359 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 350 places).
the school is led by headteacher Hayley Harrison, it falls under Reading local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1817th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 38 in Reading.
The Heights Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 155 applications for 50 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 were first-preference applications.
The Heights Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.5/5 from 3 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (171 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Heights Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Dance, Athletics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Reading, The Heights 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 | None |
| Address | 129 Upper Woodcote Road, Reading, Reading, RG4 7LB |
| Headteacher | Hayley Harrison |
| Local Authority | Reading |
| Number of Pupils | 359 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.9% |
| School Capacity | 359 / 350 (103% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (16 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1817th of 13,686
Nationally
244th of 2,034
In South East
4th of 38
In Reading
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
79%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
171 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
155
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
59 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 The Heights Primary School
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Contact Information
129 Upper Woodcote Road, Reading
Reading, RG4 7LB
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