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Long Lane Primary School Catchment Area

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

Long Lane Primary School is a community primary school in Reading, West Berkshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 210 pupils, and a capacity of 218 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

210

Pupils

218

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

Long Lane Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Long Lane Primary School is set by West Berkshire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 96% 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 →

Long Lane Primary School — School Information

Full address
Long Lane, Tilehurst, Reading, RG31 6YG
Local authority
West Berkshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
9% of pupils
DfE URN
109853

Other Primary Schools in Reading

If Long Lane Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Reading are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Long Lane Primary School

Is Long Lane Primary School oversubscribed?

Long Lane Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 218 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Long Lane Primary School?

Admission to Long Lane Primary 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 Long Lane Primary School cover?

Long Lane Primary School is a primary school in Reading, West Berkshire, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Long Lane Primary School?

Long Lane Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.