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St John's Church of England Primary School Catchment Area

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

St John's Church of England Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Reading , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 462 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

462

Pupils

420

Capacity

110%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

St John's Church of England Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St John's Church of England Primary School is managed by Reading and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 462 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 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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St John's Church of England Primary School — School Information

Full address
121-147 Orts Road, Reading, Reading, RG1 3JN
Local authority
Reading
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
20.7% of pupils
DfE URN
142735

Other Primary Schools in Reading

If St John's Church of England Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Reading are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St John's Church of England Primary School

Is St John's Church of England Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — St John's Church of England Primary School currently has 462 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St John's Church of England Primary School?

St John's Church of England Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Reading before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St John's Church of England Primary School cover?

St John's Church of England 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 St John's Church of England Primary School?

St John's Church of England Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.