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Waingels Catchment Area

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

Waingels is a academy converter secondary school in Reading, Wokingham , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1421 pupils, and a capacity of 1331 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,421

Pupils

1,331

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Waingels Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Waingels sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Wokingham. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 1421 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1331 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 Wokingham 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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Waingels — School Information

Full address
Waingels Road, Woodley, Reading, RG5 4RF
Local authority
Wokingham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
12.3% of pupils
DfE URN
142166

Other Secondary Schools in Reading

If Waingels is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Reading are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Waingels

Is Waingels oversubscribed?

Yes — Waingels currently has 1421 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1331 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Waingels?

Admission to Waingels is managed by Wokingham. 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 Waingels cover?

Waingels is a secondary school in Reading, Wokingham, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Waingels?

Waingels was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.