Mortimer St Mary's C.E. Junior School
Reading, RG7 3PB · West Berkshire · primary school
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32nd of 54 primary schools in West Berkshire we can score, 67 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 the 4,049 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.3/10 among them, against 3.9/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 10 | 35% | 0.34 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Mortimer St Mary's C.E. Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.3 out of 10 among them, against 3.9 out of 10 nationally. The school was inspected in February 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils visit Paultons Park, Fort Nelson, and the Winchester Science Centre.
Getting in
The published school roll is 235 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 do not reach the higher standard in core subjects? What specific areas did the February 2026 inspection highlight for improvement? How are the 5 remaining places allocated for the next entry year?
What Ofsted said about Mortimer St Mary's C.E. Junior School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are "happy and well cared for" in a "welcoming" environment. Leaders have established an "ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum" that prioritises core skills, enabling most pupils to achieve well and secure "positive outcomes in national tests." The school fosters strong relationships, with staff building "warm and trusting" connections that support high attendance and good behaviour.
Strengths
- Pupils "consistently secure positive outcomes in national tests," particularly in reading and mathematics.
- Leaders take "highly effective action" to support pupils with attendance barriers, resulting in regular and enthusiastic attendance.
- The school is "inclusive and ambitious for all pupils," with timely support for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Staff and leaders work cohesively, with leaders being "considerate of staff wellbeing and workload."
- Pupils demonstrate "positive values" and "mutual respect," engaging meaningfully in leadership roles and enrichment activities.
Areas to improve
- Teachers should use assessment more accurately to design tasks that help pupils develop "deep and detailed knowledge across the curriculum."
- Leaders should continue to improve the teaching of writing so that gaps in pupils' knowledge are "consistently addressed" and pupils write with accuracy and fluency.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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
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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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