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Beechwood Primary School

Ambleside Close, Woodley, Reading, RG5 4JJ

A Requires improvement-rated primary school in Reading where 53% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

295

Ages

4-11

FSM

28.8%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Nov 2023

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

75.0%

Writing

57.0%

Maths

68.0%

RWM Combined

53.0%

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About Beechwood Primary School

Beechwood Primary School is a primary school in Reading, Wokingham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 53% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 295 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Ambleside Close, Reading, RG5 4JJ | More schools in Wokingham

Ofsted inspection history

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

Nov 2023 — Requires improvement
May 2018 — Inadequate (predecessor: Beechwood Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Beechwood Primary School

What is Beechwood Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Beechwood Primary School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Beechwood Primary School's latest exam results?

Beechwood Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 53% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Beechwood Primary School located?

Beechwood Primary School is a primary school in Reading, Wokingham (RG5 4JJ).

How many pupils attend Beechwood Primary School?

Beechwood Primary School has around 295 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Beechwood Primary School with other schools?

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