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Sonning Common Primary School Catchment Area

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

Sonning Common Primary School is a community primary school in Reading, Oxfordshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 330 pupils, and a capacity of 409 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

4–11

Age range

330

Pupils

409

Capacity

81%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Sonning Common Primary School Catchment Area Information

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

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Oxfordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Oxfordshire catchment area documents →

Sonning Common Primary School — School Information

Full address
Grove Road, Sonning Common, Reading, RG4 9RJ
Local authority
Oxfordshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
21.8% of pupils
DfE URN
123038

Other Primary Schools in Reading

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Sonning Common Primary School

Is Sonning Common Primary School oversubscribed?

Sonning Common Primary School has a capacity of 409 places and currently has 330 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Oxfordshire.

What is the admissions policy for Sonning Common Primary School?

Admission to Sonning Common Primary School is managed by Oxfordshire. 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 Sonning Common Primary School cover?

Sonning Common Primary School is a primary school in Reading, Oxfordshire, 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 Sonning Common Primary School?

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