Theale C.E. Primary School
91%
Capacity
309
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Theale C.E. Primary School
Theale C.E. Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the West Berkshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 309 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 341 places).
the school is led by headteacher Catherine Morley, it falls under West Berkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% 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 2220th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 57 in West Berkshire.
Theale C.E. Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 35 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
Theale C.E. Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (52 responses).
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 Theale C.E. Primary School include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Berkshire, Theale C.E. 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Englefield Road, Theale C.E. Primary School, Reading, West Berkshire, RG7 5AS |
| Headteacher | Catherine Morley |
| Local Authority | West Berkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 309 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.1% |
| School Capacity | 309 / 341 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2220th of 13,686
Nationally
298th of 2,034
In South East
8th of 57
In West Berkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
52 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Theale C.E. Primary School
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Englefield Road, Theale C.E. Primary School, Reading
West Berkshire, RG7 5AS
Englefield Road, Theale C.E. Primary School, Reading
West Berkshire, RG7 5AS
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