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Theale C.E. Primary School Catchment Area

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

Theale C.E. Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school in Reading, West Berkshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 309 pupils, and a capacity of 341 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

309

Pupils

341

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Theale C.E. Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Theale C.E. Primary School is managed by West Berkshire 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.

Operating near capacity: 91% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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

Find West Berkshire catchment area documents →

Theale C.E. Primary School — School Information

Full address
Englefield Road, Reading, RG7 5AS
Local authority
West Berkshire
School type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
19.1% of pupils
DfE URN
109980

Other Primary Schools in Reading

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Theale C.E. Primary School

Is Theale C.E. Primary School oversubscribed?

Theale C.E. Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 341 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Theale C.E. Primary School?

Theale C.E. Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by West Berkshire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Theale C.E. Primary School cover?

Theale C.E. Primary School is a primary school in Reading, West Berkshire, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.