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Little Heath School Catchment Area

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

Little Heath School is a voluntary aided secondary school in Reading, West Berkshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1679 pupils, and a capacity of 1700 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,679

Pupils

1,700

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Little Heath School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Little Heath School are allocated by West Berkshire using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

Operating near capacity: 99% 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 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 →

Little Heath School — School Information

Full address
Little Heath Road, Tilehurst, Reading, RG31 5TY
Local authority
West Berkshire
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
18.9% of pupils
DfE URN
110063

Other Secondary Schools in Reading

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Little Heath School

Is Little Heath School oversubscribed?

Little Heath School is operating close to its capacity of 1700 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Little Heath School?

Admission to Little Heath School is managed by West Berkshire. 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 Little Heath School cover?

Little Heath School is a secondary school in Reading, West Berkshire, 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 Little Heath School?

Little Heath School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.