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Basildon C.E. Primary School Catchment Area

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

Basildon C.E. Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school in Reading, West Berkshire , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 177 pupils, and a capacity of 240 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

2–11

Age range

177

Pupils

240

Capacity

74%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Basildon C.E. Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Basildon C.E. Primary School is managed by West Berkshire and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

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

Find West Berkshire catchment area documents →

Basildon C.E. Primary School — School Information

Full address
School Lane, Upper Basildon, Reading, RG8 8PD
Local authority
West Berkshire
School type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
4.5% of pupils
DfE URN
109949

Other Primary Schools in Reading

If Basildon C.E. Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Reading are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Basildon C.E. Primary School

Is Basildon C.E. Primary School oversubscribed?

Basildon C.E. Primary School has a capacity of 240 places and currently has 177 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with West Berkshire.

What is the admissions policy for Basildon C.E. Primary School?

Basildon C.E. Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by West Berkshire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Basildon C.E. Primary School cover?

Basildon C.E. Primary School is a primary school in Reading, West Berkshire, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Basildon C.E. Primary School?

Basildon C.E. Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.