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Redlands Primary School Catchment Area

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

Redlands Primary School is a community primary school in Reading , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 199 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

199

Pupils

210

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2023

Redlands Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Redlands 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: 95% 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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Redlands Primary School — School Information

Full address
Lydford Road, Reading, RG1 5QH
Local authority
Reading
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
16.2% of pupils
DfE URN
109787

Other Primary Schools in Reading

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Redlands Primary School

Is Redlands Primary School oversubscribed?

Redlands Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 210 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Redlands Primary School?

Admission to Redlands 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 Redlands Primary School cover?

Redlands Primary School is a primary school in Reading, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Redlands Primary School?

Redlands Primary School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.