Wilson Primary School
96%
Capacity
458
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Wilson Primary School
Wilson Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Reading community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 458 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 477 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wilson Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Hurst, it falls under Reading local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11492nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 38 in Reading.
Wilson Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 160 applications for 60 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Wilson Primary School include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Dance, Football, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Reading, Wilson 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 | Wilson Road, Reading, Reading, RG30 2RW |
| Headteacher | Claire Hurst |
| Local Authority | Reading |
| Number of Pupils | 458 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.2% |
| School Capacity | 458 / 477 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11492nd of 13,686
Nationally
1731st of 2,034
In South East
35th of 38
In Reading
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
47%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
160
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 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.
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Contact Information
Wilson Road, Reading
Reading, RG30 2RW
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