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Rivermead Primary School Catchment Area

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

Rivermead Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Reading, Wokingham , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 421 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

421

Pupils

420

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Rivermead Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Rivermead Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Wokingham. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 421 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Wokingham 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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Rivermead Primary School — School Information

Full address
Loddon Bridge Road, Woodley, Reading, RG5 4BS
Local authority
Wokingham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
9% of pupils
DfE URN
149521

Other Primary Schools in Reading

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Rivermead Primary School

Is Rivermead Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Rivermead Primary School currently has 421 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Rivermead Primary School?

Admission to Rivermead Primary School is managed by Wokingham. 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 Rivermead Primary School cover?

Rivermead Primary School is a primary school in Reading, Wokingham, 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 Rivermead Primary School?

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