LOCAL SCHOOLS
The Holt School Outstanding girls’ secondary school known for academic excellence. www.holtschool.co.uk St Crispin’s School Popular co-educational secondary with strong pastoral care. www.crispins.co.uk The Forest School Boys’ secondary school with excellent results and facilities. www.forest.wokingham.sch.uk Emmbrook School Well-regarded secondary offering a broad curriculum. www.emmbrook.wokingham.sch.uk Bohunt School Wokingham Bohunt first opened its doors to Year 7 in 2016. Since then, the school has used its powerful founding ethos to create a vibrant, diverse and inclusive 11-16 school community of 1,200 students. www.bohuntwokingham.com
Ludgrove School Prestigious independent preparatory school for boys. www.ludgrove.net Holme Grange School Independent co-ed school set in beautiful grounds. www.holmegrange.org St Teresa’s Catholic Academy Highly regarded Catholic primary school. www.st-teresas.wokingham.sch.uk Walter Infant School Outstanding-rated infant school in the town centre. www.walter.wokingham.sch.uk
All Saints CE Primary School Popular Church of England primary with strong reputation. www.allsaints.wokingham.sch.uk Westende Junior School Well-performing junior school with strong community ethos. www.westende.wokingham.sch.uk Floreat Montague Park Primary School Modern primary school serving new developments. www.floreatmontaguepark.org.uk
TIPS FOR PARENTS
Six Steps To Selecting A School For Your Child
1 Many schools prioritise pupils living nearby, so it is wise to check which schools your potential address falls under. Local authority websites usually provide maps and admissions criteria, while estate agents can also give guidance. 2 Next, review Ofsted inspection reports, which provide a detailed assessment of a school’s teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes. These are available online and give a useful snapshot, though they should be considered alongside other factors rather than in isolation. 3 Visiting schools in person is invaluable. Open days allow you to meet teachers, observe classrooms, and speak with current pupils.
4 Practical considerations are also important. Look at the school’s location, travel time, and after-school provision. For working parents, wraparound care and extracurricular activities can make a significant difference to daily routines. 5 It’s worth asking about class sizes, special educational needs provision, and pastoral support. 6 Finally, talk to other parents in the community. Their insights often reveal what official data
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