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The Abbey School Reading Catchment Area

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

The Abbey School Reading is a other independent not applicable school in Reading , serving pupils aged 3–19, with 905 pupils, and a capacity of 1134 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby not applicable schools below.

3–19

Age range

905

Pupils

1,134

Capacity

80%

Fill rate

The Abbey School Reading Catchment Area Information

Entry to The Abbey School Reading is selective — applicants must pass the relevant admissions test. Among qualifying applicants, Reading may use distance or catchment area as a tiebreaker when the school is oversubscribed. Check the admissions policy for how the selection and distance criteria interact.

The full admissions policy — including test registration dates, qualifying scores, and any distance criteria — is published by Reading before each admissions cycle. Verify your child's eligibility and your home address directly with the council.

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The Abbey School Reading — School Information

Full address
17 Kendrick Road, Reading, RG1 5DZ
Local authority
Reading
School type
Other independent school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
3–19 years
Gender
Girls
Religious character
Christian
Admissions policy
Selective
DfE URN
110165

Other Not applicable Schools in Reading

If The Abbey School Reading is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Reading are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Abbey School Reading

Is The Abbey School Reading oversubscribed?

The Abbey School Reading has a capacity of 1134 places and currently has 905 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Reading.

What is the admissions policy for The Abbey School Reading?

The Abbey School Reading is a selective school — admission requires passing the relevant admissions test. Reading publishes the full policy each year, including test dates, qualifying scores, and any distance tiebreaker.

What age range does The Abbey School Reading cover?

The Abbey School Reading is a not applicable school in Reading, serving pupils aged 3–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.