Leighton Park School

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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%

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Contact Information

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Source: GIAS

Address: Shinfield Road

Reading, RG27ED
Phone: 1189879600
Website: leightonpark.com

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS

URN: 110110
Type: Other independent school
Phase: Independent
Address: Shinfield Road, Reading, RG2 7ED
Website: www.leightonpark.com
Age range: 11-18
Gender: Mixed
Religious character: Quaker
School status: Open
Capacity: 630 pupils
Setting: Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form: Yes
Nursery: No

School Performance Data

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Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils: 537

Calculated Fields

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Class Size Information

Average Class Size: 34 pupils; Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group: 67; Average across all year groups
Total School Size: 537 pupils; 11-18

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

D&T Product Design (GCE A level)

★★★★★

(10 students)

Business Studies:Single (GCE A level)

★★★★ ★

(19 students)

Sports Studies (OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate at Level 3)

★★★★ ★

(7 students)

Film / Video / Television Production (BTEC National Extended Certificate L3 - Band F - P-D*)

★★★ ★★

(8 students)

Art & Design (GCE A level)

★★★ ★★

(8 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Imagine Better"

Simplicity Truth Respect Integrity Peace Equality Sustainability

Quaker values underpin the school; described as a values-led education with Quaker ethos.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Amicus Amnesty International Sixth Form Eco Group Duke of Edinburgh Award

Sports

Football Hockey Netball Basketball Judo Tennis Swimming Cricket Athletics

Facilities

New School Library (opened September 2024) Oakview restaurant Music and Media Centre Two Drama studios Dance Studio Seven Specialist Art studios Design Studio MakeSpace Sixth Form Study Centre Indoor 25m heated swimming pool 10 acres of sports fields and athletics track Cricket pavilion 10 all-weather tennis/netball courts

Curriculum Highlights

Future Ready Skills programme Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award (Year 9) ISA Award for Excellence in Pupil Personal Development (2022) Average class sizes: Year 9 around 16; Sixth Form around 7; tutor groups of 11 Over 90 co-curricular activities Oakleaf Diploma (Personal Development) Project-based learning and experiential learning with industry links Extensive field trips and international trips

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

Wraparound care is available; day students can arrive from around 7:30am and stay until 9:00pm (some pages note 7:30am–7:30pm depending on year).

SEND Provision

Wraparound care is available; three cooked meals a day are included in the fee; over 90 co-curricular activities; transport options; tutor support; 65 acres of parkland.

Admissions Criteria

Leighton Park is a selective independent school. Admissions are based on entrance tests, interview, and the student’s reports and references. Entry typically occurs at Years 7, 9 and Lower Sixth, with other years considered if places are available. Admissions for Year 11 or Upper Sixth are not typically offered. Scholarships and bursaries are available.

Financial Information

Scholarships: Available Bursaries: Available

Fees (2025-26, examples): Junior (Years 7 & 8) Full boarder £14,995; Weekly boarder £12,995; Day student £9,425. Senior (Year 9 & above) Full boarder £18,660; Weekly boarder £15,770; Day student £11,490. Registration fee £150 (UK/EEA) or £225 (non-UK/EEA); Acceptance deposit varies by residency. VAT is included in listed fees. Extras include trips, transport, EAL, ILC, and examination fees. There are also annual and termly arrangements for payments and potential discounts including sibling discounts and possible annual payment reductions at the governors’ discretion.