Highwood Primary School

A academy converter school in Wokingham. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Highwood Primary School.

Reading, RG53JE Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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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

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Contact Information

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Source: GIAS
Address
Fairwater Drive
Woodley
Reading, RG53JE

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
149998
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Fairwater Drive, Woodley, Reading, RG5 3JE
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Opened
01-04-2025
Trust/MAT
ORCHARD LEARNING ALLIANCE
Capacity
330 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

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Source: DfE

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From the School Website

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Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Where Individuals Matter"

Democracy Rule of Law Individual Liberty Mutual Respect and Tolerance

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Matt Hickey welcomes visitors and emphasizes developing learning behaviours (Perseverance, Teamwork, Curiosity, Creativity, Reflection, Independence) and the motto ‘Where Individuals Matter’; highlights inclusive SEND provision and opportunities for all pupils to thrive.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Breakfast Club After School Club

Facilities

Speech and Language Resource (The Grove)

Curriculum Highlights

Curriculum Overview with subjects including Art, Computing, DT, English, Geography, History, Maths, MFL, Music, PE, PHSE, RE, Science; Phonics; Learning Behaviours; Speech and Language Resource integration across the curriculum

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

The school has a Breakfast Club and an After School Club. Fees listed include Breakfast Club £5.80; After School Club half session to 4.30pm £7.00; After School Club full session to 6pm (Mon-Thu) £14.25; Friday ASC open until 5pm at half rate £7.00. Payments are in advance via several methods (including Arbor); bookings can be made 24 hours before the session via Arbor; cancellations require 7 days’ notice. Contact the School Office for queries; ASC contact during opening hours: 0758 474 2748. Information about bookings is provided in leaflets and guides.

SEND Provision

SEND & Local Offer resources are provided. The SENCo is Mrs Lindsay Padbury (SENCo) with contact [email protected]. The school houses a Speech and Language Resource unit with 24 spaces for EHCPs and integrates SEND provision within mainstream classes. Local Offer and SEND information are linked within the SEND & Local Offer section.

Admissions Criteria

Reception for September 2026 admissions are via the Wokingham School Portal; there are in-year admissions procedures; admission arrangements policy documents are available (e.g., Highwood Primary School Admission Arrangements Policy 2025-2026; 2026-2027 PDFs). For queries, contact [email protected].

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