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Hamilton School Catchment Area

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

Hamilton School is a academy special sponsor led not applicable school in Reading , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 62 pupils, and a capacity of 68 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

62

Pupils

68

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Hamilton School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 91% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Reading 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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Hamilton School — School Information

Full address
135 Bulmershe Road, Reading, RG1 5SG
Local authority
Reading
School type
Academy special sponsor led
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
79% of pupils
DfE URN
147675

Other Not applicable Schools in Reading

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Hamilton School

Is Hamilton School oversubscribed?

Hamilton School is operating close to its capacity of 68 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Hamilton School?

Admission to Hamilton School is managed by Reading. 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 Hamilton School cover?

Hamilton School is a not applicable school in Reading, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Hamilton School?

Hamilton School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.