The Coombes Church of England Primary School
Reading, RG2 9NX · Wokingham · primary school
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31st of 36 primary schools in Wokingham we can score, 55 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 7.7/10 against 4,023 of them, against 7.3/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 40% | 3.11 |
| Ofsted | 3 | 35% | 0.10 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Coombes Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 10.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (7.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Requires improvement in September 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Brickies Lego Club, Performers Club, and Kumon. Sports include KS2 basketball, Judo, and football for both key stages. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 338 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 plan to address the specific areas highlighted in the 2024 Ofsted report? What support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard in core subjects? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about The Coombes Church of England Primary School
Overview
The inspection found that while pupils are "inspired to grow in character and confidence" and behaviour is good, the overall quality of education requires improvement. The school’s ambitious vision is "not yet realised" because the curriculum is not delivered consistently well across all subjects, meaning pupils do not achieve as well as they should.
Strengths
- Pupils "thoroughly enjoy coming to school," feel safe, and have "trusted adults" to speak to.
- The curriculum is "broad and well sequenced" with a clear focus on learning "ambitious vocabulary."
- Staff provide "compassionate help" for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Early years provision is taught well, preparing children effectively for Year 1.
- Attendance is "improving rapidly" due to effective actions to identify barriers.
Areas to improve
- Ensure all staff teach the reading curriculum effectively so pupils "swiftly become fluent and accurate readers."
- Improve teachers’ subject and teaching knowledge to ensure tasks enable pupils to learn the intended curriculum effectively.
- Ensure assessment routines enable staff to identify and address pupils’ misconceptions precisely to support long-term retention.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 46% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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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