The WREN School Catchment Area
The WREN School is a free s secondary school in Reading , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 979 pupils, and a capacity of 1176 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–19
Age range
979
Pupils
1,176
Capacity
83%
Fill rate
Requires improvement
Ofsted 2024
The WREN School Catchment Area Information
Secondary school places at The WREN School are allocated by Reading using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.
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.
Find Reading catchment area documents →The WREN School — School Information
- Full address
- 61-63 Bath Road, Reading, RG30 2BB
- Local authority
- Reading
- School type
- Free schools
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–19 years
- Free school meals
- 28.4% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 142121
Other Secondary Schools in Reading
If The WREN School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Reading are the next closest alternatives.
The Willink School Catchment Area
Community school · RG7 3XJ
Little Heath School Catchment Area
Voluntary aided school · RG31 5TY
Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School Catchment Area
Voluntary aided school · RG30 3EP
Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre Catchment Area
Academy converter · RG4 8LR
Kendrick School Catchment Area
Academy converter · RG1 5BN
Reading School Catchment Area
Academy converter · RG1 5LW
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Frequently Asked Questions — The WREN School
Is The WREN School oversubscribed? ▾
The WREN School has a capacity of 1176 places and currently has 979 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Reading.
What is the admissions policy for The WREN School? ▾
Admission to The WREN 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 The WREN School cover? ▾
The WREN School is a secondary school in Reading, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.
What is the Ofsted rating for The WREN School? ▾
The WREN School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.