Kendrick School
Reading, RG1 5BN · Reading · Grammar school
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1st of 10 secondary schools in Reading we can score, 11 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 — 9.9/10 against 500 of them, against 9.9/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 94 | 35% | 3.29 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 99.2 · 99 | 30% | 2.97 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 1.07 · 98 | 25% | 2.46 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 82.4 · 100 | 10% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Kendrick School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 100.0% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 84.0, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +1.07 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally who started from the same place. 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 (9.9 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in January 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in trips including the Cologne Christmas Market, a cultural trip to Berlin, and Year 8 bushcraft residential trips.
Getting in
The published school roll is 939 pupils against a stated capacity of 920. 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
What support is available for pupils aiming for the highest grades in English and maths? How are the bushcraft trips structured for Year 8 students?
What Ofsted said about Kendrick School
Overview
Kendrick School is described as a place where pupils and sixth formers are "justly proud of their school community" and "truly excel." The report highlights a "rich academic curriculum" underpinned by "passionate and inspiring senior leadership" and a culture of "friendship, kindness, respect, equality, tolerance and justice."
Strengths
- The school offers an "engaging, rich and ambitious curriculum" with "very high standards and achievement" in mathematics, sciences, languages, and humanities.
- Pupils display "exemplary" behaviour and "impeccable manners," engaging enthusiastically in debate and becoming "confident independent learners."
- Staff possess "expert subject knowledge" and skilfully adapt lessons to support all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, who achieve "in line with their peers."
- Personal development is valued highly, with a "highly effective programme" of personal, social, health and citizenship education and a "wealth of enrichment and leadership opportunities."
- Sixth-form provision is strong, with "impartial careers advice" and opportunities for work experience, ensuring students are well prepared for university or other pathways.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders promoting a "culture of vigilance" and ensuring pupils feel safe and know there are "trusted adults to turn to."
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 84.4 |
| 2024/25 | 84.0 |
| 2025/26 | 82.4 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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