Is Birch Copse Primary School a good school?

Ofsted rated the school Outstanding at its last graded inspection on 9 July 2024. On the FindGreatSchools composite score it is graded B, 3rd of 62 primary schools in West Berkshire. The profile sets out the figures behind both.

What are Birch Copse Primary School's SATs results?

In the 2025 Key Stage 2 tests (SATs), 72% of pupils at Birch Copse Primary School met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (England: 62%).

How do I apply for a place at Birch Copse Primary School?

Applications for Reception places at Birch Copse Primary School starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

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Birch Copse Primary School

Wittenham Avenue, Tilehurst, Reading, RG31 5LN

Local ranking3rd of 62 primary schools in West Berkshire

Ofsted: Outstanding

Primary

Phase

420

Capacity

4-11

Age range

Mixed

Gender

Latest data: 2025 SATs · Ofsted inspection 9 July 2024.

Year:

KS2 Results (Year 6 SATs)

2024-25

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected): 72.0% nat62.0%
Reading, Writing & Maths (Higher): 20.0% nat8.0%
Reading (Expected): 83.0%
Writing (Expected): 87.0%
Maths (Expected): 82.0%
Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling (Expected): 85.0%
Reading avg scaled score: 108.0 nat106.0
Maths avg scaled score: 106.0 nat105.0
GPS avg scaled score: 109.0
Cohort Size: 60

Pupil Demographics

2024-25

Total Pupils: 416
Boys: 241 (57%)
Girls: 179 (43%)
Capacity: 420 (100% full)
SEND: 7.9%
FSM Eligible: 7.7%
EAL: 9.4%
SEN with EHC Plan: 1.9%
SEN Support: 6.0%
Pupil:Teacher Ratio: 22.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 18.5
Budget per Pupil: £6,276/yr

Attendance & Absence

2024-25

Overall Absence Rate: 3.3% nat6.2%
Persistent Absence: 4.1% nat15.8%

Persistent absence: pupils missing 10%+ of sessions.

School Information

Type: Community school
Phase: Primary
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Boarders: No boarders
Admissions: Not applicable

Pupil Ethnicity

2024-25

White British: 69.6%
Asian Indian: 5.8%
Mixed White & Black Caribbean: 5.6%
White Other: 4.1%
Mixed Other: 3.9%
Mixed White & Asian: 1.9%
Asian Chinese: 1.9%
Asian Bangladeshi: 1.7%

69.6%

White British

5.8%

Asian Indian

5.6%

Mixed White & Black Caribbean

Historical Trends

KS2 Performance

Pupil Demographics

Attendance & Absence

Ethnicity Over Time

Contact & Location

01189427442

headteacher@birchcopse.w-berks.sch.uk

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Wittenham Avenue

Reading, South East

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Administrative

URN: 109844
UKPRN: 10068961
Establishment No.: 2110

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