Long Lane Primary School

A good community school school in West Berkshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Long Lane Primary School.

Reading, RG316YG Ofsted: Good Age 4-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

45

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
42.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 50.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
33.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 0.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
24 March 2015
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Long Lane
Tilehurst
Reading, RG316YG
Phone
1189427187
Website
longlane.w-berks.sch.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
109853
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Long Lane, Tilehurst, Reading, RG31 6YG
Website
www.longlane.w-berks.sch.uk
Age range
4-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
218 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
208
Free School Meals
8.2% (17 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.4% (5 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.7%
Good
Persistent Absence
10.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
50.0%
Reading Score:
104.0
Maths Score:
103.0
Grammar Score:
104.0

Key Performance Indicators

Low Persistent Absence:
10.6 (6.9 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 103.0 104.0
2023 103.0 107.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
13 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
26
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
208 pupils
4-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-1.5 per year)

Down -1.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Strive to Succeed"

Democracy The Rule of Law Individual Liberty Mutual Respect Tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Mrs T. Allison emphasizes a strong, inclusive community, love of learning, and partnership with parents to Strive to Succeed and develop confident, independent learners.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Mighty Allstars Breakfast and After School Club Karaoke Club Stone Painting Club Italian - Storytelling Club Parent Learning Tours (informational events, not a regular club)

Sports

Football Netball Gymnastics Dance Parkour Basketball Running Swimming (top-up)

Facilities

Large playing field Two smaller playgrounds One large playground Outdoor learning environment Hub (small teaching space) Rainforest Room (teaching space) Food tech room Music room ICT suite with PCs Large screen TVs in classrooms Wireless connectivity across site Laptops (including touch screens) Over 100 PCs and laptops in school Outdoor/government spaces for activities

Curriculum Highlights

Accelerated Reader reading scheme Jigsaw PSHE (including No Outsiders) Therapeutic Approach to Behaviour Secrets of Success (learning behaviours) Active learning and Teach Active across curriculum Outdoor learning and Forest School experiences Use of ICT and a digitally capable environment (ICT suite, many PCs and laptops, wireless)

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Mighty Allstars Breakfast and After School Club run by external providers. Booking via https://mightyallstars.ipalbookings.com/. 7:30am–8:45am breakfast; 3:15pm–6:00pm after school club with small snack; hot meal available at 4:30pm; second child discount of 8% when booked together. For queries contact the provider at the listed mobile number (07815 948911).

Admissions Criteria

Our admissions authority is West Berkshire Local Authority. All children who will become five years old during the coming academic year may start in Foundation full-time at the beginning of that year. For applications, contact West Berkshire Council’s Admissions Department or complete the West Berkshire Admissions form. The school’s contact details are 0118 942 7187 and [email protected].

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