Reading School

The school prioritises character development, social impact, and the cultivation of relationships. It seeks to nurture curiosity and service, promoting values such as honesty, community, resilience, humility, and integrity. The school views education as a means to develop compassionate leaders, generous thinkers, and wise public servants.

The curriculum is subject-oriented and includes core subjects alongside distinctive offerings such as fortnightly PSHE, weekly Floreat (character and leadership) sessions, and weekly Electives (e.g., STEM, Cooking, Bushcraft). Students study single sciences from Year 7, multiple languages (French, German, Spanish, Latin, Mandarin), and complete the Higher Project Qualification (HPQ) in Year 9. Key Stage 5 focuses on scholarship, wider reading, and intellectual discussion to prepare students for further education and employment.

Academic performance is consistently high, with Year 13 students regularly achieving A* to B grades in over 90% of A-Level entries. GCSE students consistently achieve top grades in more than 85% of their courses. The school focuses on developing character, leadership, and social impact alongside academic success.

The school emphasizes individualised support, particularly in Key Stage 4, where smaller group teaching is utilised. Pastoral care is a core component of the school's community, supported by the House system and dedicated staff.

Reading School is a selective, state-funded academy for boys. The primary entry point is Year 7, though in-year entry and Year 12 entry are possible depending on space availability. The school manages its own testing arrangements and admission criteria.

The school operates on a three-term structure: Michaelmas, Lent, and Summer. The academic year includes various events such as sports fixtures, house competitions, and public lectures.

The campus is located on Erleigh Road in Reading and includes boarding houses (East Wing and South House), a lecture theatre, and sports fields. The school provides on-site visitor parking and maintains facilities for boarding, including dining and common areas.

The school offers a wide range of activities, including competitive sports like cricket, and clubs such as the Summer Coding Club. Students participate in house competitions, including the House Eisteddfod (music, poetry, creative writing, and performance) and the House Music Competition. Additionally, the school provides opportunities for leadership through the House system and Senior Student Leadership roles.