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Kendrick School Catchment Area

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

Kendrick School is a academy converter secondary school in Reading , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 934 pupils, and a capacity of 920 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

934

Pupils

920

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2023

Kendrick School Catchment Area Information

Entry to Kendrick School is selective — applicants must pass the relevant admissions test. Among qualifying applicants, Reading may use distance or catchment area as a tiebreaker when the school is oversubscribed. Check the admissions policy for how the selection and distance criteria interact.

Currently oversubscribed: 934 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 920 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The full admissions policy — including test registration dates, qualifying scores, and any distance criteria — is published by Reading before each admissions cycle. Verify your child's eligibility and your home address directly with the council.

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Kendrick School — School Information

Full address
London Road, Reading, RG1 5BN
Local authority
Reading
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Gender
Girls
Admissions policy
Selective
Free school meals
8.7% of pupils
DfE URN
136448

Other Secondary Schools in Reading

If Kendrick School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Reading are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Kendrick School

Is Kendrick School oversubscribed?

Yes — Kendrick School currently has 934 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 920 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Kendrick School?

Kendrick School is a selective school — admission requires passing the relevant admissions test. Reading publishes the full policy each year, including test dates, qualifying scores, and any distance tiebreaker.

What age range does Kendrick School cover?

Kendrick School is a secondary 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 Kendrick School?

Kendrick School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.