The Hill Primary School
94%
Capacity
394
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About The Hill Primary School
The Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Reading community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 394 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated The Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Robert Jones, it falls under Reading local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5856th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 38 in Reading.
The Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 206 applications for 60 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 65 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Hill Primary School include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Science Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Reading, The Hill 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Peppard Road, Reading, Reading, RG4 8TU |
| Headteacher | Robert Jones |
| Local Authority | Reading |
| Number of Pupils | 394 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.3% |
| School Capacity | 394 / 420 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 5 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5856th of 13,686
Nationally
823rd of 2,034
In South East
12th of 38
In Reading
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
66%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
206
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
65 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Hill Primary School
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Contact Information
Peppard Road, Reading
Reading, RG4 8TU
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