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Park Lane Primary School Catchment Area

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

Park Lane Primary School is a community primary school in Reading , serving pupils aged 5–11, with 378 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

5–11

Age range

378

Pupils

420

Capacity

90%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Park Lane Primary School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 90% 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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Park Lane Primary School — School Information

Full address
School Road, Tilehurst, Reading, RG31 5BD
Local authority
Reading
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–11 years
Free school meals
19.8% of pupils
DfE URN
109790

Other Primary Schools in Reading

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Park Lane Primary School

Is Park Lane Primary School oversubscribed?

Park Lane Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (90% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Park Lane Primary School?

Admission to Park Lane Primary 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 Park Lane Primary School cover?

Park Lane Primary School is a primary school in Reading, serving pupils aged 5–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Park Lane Primary School?

Park Lane Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.