Wildridings Primary School
Bracknell, RG12 7DX · Bracknell Forest · primary school
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22nd of 26 primary schools in Bracknell Forest we can score, 29 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 3,927 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.8/10 among them, against 3.5/10 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 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| Ofsted | 6 | 35% | 0.19 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Wildridings Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0%, against a national median of 7%. An Ofsted inspection in February 2026 used the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.8 out of 10 among them, against 3.5 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 413 pupils against a stated capacity of 460. 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 steps are taken to improve outcomes in the areas graded lower in the recent inspection?
What Ofsted said about Wildridings Primary School
Overview
Wildridings Primary School is described as a place where pupils feel a strong "sense of belonging" and are welcomed into a "calm and friendly environment." While attendance and behaviour meet the expected standard, the report identifies that recent improvements in leadership and teaching are still gaining traction, with specific attention needed for writing and early years provision.
Strengths
- Pupils attend regularly and behave well, acting with "kindness and courtesy" in a culture where bullying is "very rare."
- Most pupils achieve well in reading and mathematics, with disadvantaged pupils also making good progress in these subjects.
- Staff build "warm and positive relationships" with pupils, fostering a nurturing culture where children feel safe and confident.
- The school promotes a culture where "diversity is celebrated," and pupils develop into "thoughtful, responsible and kind individuals."
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure the approach to writing is developed so that "gaps in pupils' knowledge and proficiency are closed rapidly," as pupils are not consistently supported to achieve well in this area.
- Staff expertise needs further development to "check and deepen pupils' understanding" so that knowledge gaps are identified and remedied effectively.
- Leaders should ensure the early years curriculum supports children to be "ready for Year 1," particularly regarding early writing and independent learning activities.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 51% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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