Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School
Reading, RG2 7RB · Reading · primary school
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36th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 3.0/10 against 1,984 of them, against 2.8/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| Ofsted | 7 | 35% | 0.24 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (3.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.8 out of 10 against all schools). The most recent inspection took place in June 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Kids With Bricks club and attend an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 511 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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 specific areas did the June 2026 inspection highlight for improvement? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School
Overview
The report describes a school where leaders have an "accurate understanding" of the curriculum and are taking "effective and prompt action" to improve education. While safeguarding standards are met and behaviour is generally positive, the school faces challenges with pupil attendance and academic achievement, which currently remain below national averages.
Strengths
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed."
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious" and "carefully adapted" to ensure accessibility for all pupils, including those with special educational needs.
- Staff have developed "subject‑specific expertise," particularly in delivering the new phonics programme with confidence.
- Inclusion is strong, with "effective systems" to identify needs and ensure pupils receive "timely support."
- Behaviour is "generally positive," with a significant decrease in suspensions and pupils responding well to established routines.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must embed actions to bring pupil attendance "at least in line with national averages," as persistent absence remains high.
- Leaders should consistently embed improvements to curriculum and teaching to address "gaps" in foundational knowledge and raise achievement to national expectations.
- In the early years, staff should maximise learning opportunities through "consistently high-quality interactions."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, meaning leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and pupils are made safer.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 34% |
| 2023/24 | 46% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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