Thomas Reade Primary School
106%
Capacity
222
Pupils
4.7x
Demand
About Thomas Reade Primary School
Thomas Reade Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Vale of White Horse community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 222 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Thomas Reade Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lynsey Day, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1108th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 47 in Vale of White Horse.
Thomas Reade Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 142 applications for 30 places, making it 4.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Severe 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 Thomas Reade Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Rounders, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Vale of White Horse, Thomas Reade 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Thomas Reade Primary School Radley Road, Abingdon, Vale of White Horse, OX14 3RR |
| Headteacher | Lynsey Day |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 222 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.2% |
| School Capacity | 222 / 210 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1108th of 13,686
Nationally
144th of 2,034
In South East
3rd of 47
In Vale of White Horse
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
82%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
142
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Thomas Reade Primary School Radley Road, Abingdon
Vale of White Horse, OX14 3RR
Thomas Reade Primary School Radley Road, Abingdon
Vale of White Horse, OX14 3RR
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