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Addington School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Addington School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Reading, Wokingham , serving pupils aged 3–19, with 308 pupils, and a capacity of 255 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–19

Age range

308

Pupils

255

Capacity

121%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2013

Addington School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Addington School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Wokingham. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 308 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 255 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Wokingham before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Addington School — School Information

Full address
Woodlands Avenue, Woodley, Reading, RG5 3EU
Local authority
Wokingham
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
3–19 years
Free school meals
22.1% of pupils
DfE URN
151046

Other Not applicable Schools in Reading

If Addington School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Reading are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Addington School

Is Addington School oversubscribed?

Yes — Addington School currently has 308 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 255 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Addington School?

Admission to Addington School is managed by Wokingham. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Addington School cover?

Addington School is a not applicable school in Reading, Wokingham, serving pupils aged 3–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Addington School?

Addington School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.