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Best 3 Primary schools in Reading – comparison

Comparison of primary schools: Birch Copse Primary School (Primary) in Reading; The Heights Primary School (Primary) in Reading; Waltham St Lawrence Primary School (Primary) in Reading — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Birch Copse Primary School, The Heights Primary School and Waltham St Lawrence Primary School. They are primary phase and community school and free schools type located around Reading, Berkshire and Reading. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Birch Copse Primary School), published Sep 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Birch Copse Primary School (Sep 2024). average roll around ≈ 300, combined total ≈ 950, typical FSM 5–10%, range 0–5%–5–10%; all within the BELLEVUE PLACE EDUCATION TRUST trust.

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Birch Copse Primary School
RG31 5LN
Phase / Type
Primary • Community school
Location
Reading
Berkshire
RG31 5LN
Ofsted
1 10 Sep 2024
Pupils
≈ 400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
West Berkshire (869)
Website
www.birchcopse.co.uk
Telephone
01189427442
The Heights Primary School
RG4 7LB
Phase / Type
Primary • Free schools
Location
Reading
RG4 7LB
Ofsted
1 28 Jun 2017
Pupils
≈ 350 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
0–5% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
BELLEVUE PLACE EDUCATION TRUST
Website
www.theheightsprimary.co.uk
Telephone
01183570123
Waltham St Lawrence Primary School
RG10 0NU
Phase / Type
Primary • Community school
Location
Reading
Berkshire
RG10 0NU
Ofsted
1 2 Mar 2017
Pupils
≈ 150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Windsor and Maidenhead (868)
Website
www.wslprimary.org
Telephone
01189343248
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How are these comparisons built?
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How should I choose a school?
Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.
What should I look for when comparing schools?
Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.
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