99% of Reading parents offered one of top three preferred primary schools for their child

99% of Reading parents who applied for a primary school place for their child starting school this September have been offered one of their top three preferred schools.

91% of families were offered a place at their first preference primary school.

Reading received 1,846 applications for primary school places this year, up by 104 compared to 2025.

A transfer from infant to junior school was needed for 115 pupils in Reading and 100% of on-time applicants got their first preference for this move.

Brian Grady, Director of Education at Reading Borough Council, said: “I am delighted we have been able to offer almost all Reading families a place at one of their top three preferred primary schools this year.

“I’d like to extend a huge thank you to all primary school staff across Reading for their hard work and commitment, as well as to the Admissions team for making sure every child in the borough has been offered a place.

“Good luck to every Reading child starting primary school this September. I hope you thoroughly enjoy your time in your first school.”