Manor Primary School
Reading, RG30 3LJ · Reading · primary school
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10th of 37 primary schools in Reading we can score, 40 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.1/10 against 2,045 of them, against 6.8/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Manor Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 14.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Table Tennis, Stop-Motion Animation, Chess, Board Games, Mindfulness, Drawing, Science, Football, Dancing, Yoga, and Wall Climbing clubs. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 294 pupils against a stated capacity of 354. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What does the daily timetable look like for a child joining the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Manor Primary School
Overview
Manor Primary School is described as being “at the heart of the community it serves,” where leaders are “ambitious for all pupils.” The report highlights a positive atmosphere where pupils feel safe, happy, and motivated by the school’s motto of ‘making people successful’.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “coherently planned and sequenced,” helping pupils build on previous learning, with a particular emphasis on language and vocabulary.
- Reading is a clear priority, supported by a “highly effective and consistent approach” that ensures children get off to a quick start.
- Pupils demonstrate “good manners,” are “kind and cooperative,” and benefit from “warm, familiar relationships” with staff.
- Staff use “high-quality resources” such as videos and models in science to ignite interest and support understanding.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are “well supported” through clear directions and modelling.
Areas to improve
- Assessment practice in foundation subjects is “not consistent or sharply focused,” meaning teachers lack an accurate picture of pupil knowledge.
- Leaders must maintain a “sharp focus on improving rates of attendance” for pupils who do not attend school regularly.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with clear procedures understood by all staff, ensuring pupils needing support are identified swiftly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 42% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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