Woodley CofE Primary School
95%
Capacity
298
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Woodley CofE Primary School
Woodley CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wokingham community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 298 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Woodley CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louisa Gurney, it falls under Wokingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5613th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 34 in Wokingham.
Woodley CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 85 applications for 38 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
Woodley CofE Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.9/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Woodley CofE Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Cricket, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Choir, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wokingham, Woodley CofE 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Hurricane Way, Reading, Wokingham, RG5 4UX |
| Headteacher | Louisa Gurney |
| Local Authority | Wokingham |
| Number of Pupils | 298 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.1% |
| School Capacity | 298 / 315 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5613th of 13,686
Nationally
792nd of 2,034
In South East
23rd of 34
In Wokingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
67%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
85
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Woodley CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Hurricane Way, Reading
Wokingham, RG5 4UX
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