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Southcote Primary School

Silchester Road, Southcote, Reading, RG30 3EJ

Community school

Pupils

553

Ages

4-11

FSM

17.5%

Capacity

630

Ofsted

Good

Mar 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

66.0%

Writing

36.0%

Maths

58.0%

RWM Combined

31.0%

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About Southcote Primary School

Southcote Primary School is a primary school in Reading, Reading. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 31% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 553 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Silchester Road, Reading, RG30 3EJ | More schools in Reading

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Southcote Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2023 — Good
Oct 2012 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Southcote Primary School

What is Southcote Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Southcote Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Southcote Primary School's latest exam results?

Southcote Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 31% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Southcote Primary School located?

Southcote Primary School is a primary school in Reading, Reading (RG30 3EJ).

How many pupils attend Southcote Primary School?

Southcote Primary School has around 553 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Southcote Primary School with other schools?

View Southcote Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Reading.