The Deenway Montessori School
The Deenway Montessori School is an independent school in Reading for pupils aged 3 to 16. It has 59 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for The Deenway Montessori School is Good, from an inspection in July 2024.
Ofsted inspection: July 2024.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 3-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 3-5 Sidmouth Street Reading RG1 4QZ |
| Phone | 01189574737 |
| Reference Number | 135995 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 59 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 57.63%
Girls: 42.37% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
The Deenway Montessori School has shown a good overall performance since its last inspection, moving up from a previous rating of requires improvement. The school fosters a strong community atmosphere where pupils feel safe and well-supported. They excel in developing personal responsibility and independence from an early age, and there is a notable emphasis on academic achievement and emotional well-being. The curriculum, which includes a strong focus on reading, prepares pupils effectively for their future educational journeys, including GCSEs in various subjects.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 04 Jun 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 04 Jun 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 18 Jul 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 01 Nov 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 30 Jan 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 19 May 2016 | Additional inspection |
| 22 Sep 2015 | Additional inspection |
| 04 Feb 2014 | Standard inspection: |
| 23 Mar 2011 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong community atmosphere where pupils feel known and valued.
- Effective curriculum that prepares pupils well for future education.
- High expectations for behavior and academic achievement.
- Notable strength in the teaching of reading and phonics.
- Robust assessment procedures that align with the Montessori method.
- Effective relationships promoting safety and well-being.
- Excellent pupil behavior contributing to a calm learning environment.
Areas for Improvement
- Careers programme not well developed; pupils need more information on options.
- Underutilization of resources for developing physical skills in early years.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at The Deenway Montessori School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 0.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is The Deenway Montessori School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for The Deenway Montessori School is Good, from an inspection in July 2024.
When was The Deenway Montessori School last inspected by Ofsted?
The Deenway Montessori School was last inspected in July 2024.
How many pupils does The Deenway Montessori School have?
The Deenway Montessori School has 59 pupils on roll.
What age range does The Deenway Montessori School cover?
The Deenway Montessori School for pupils aged 3 to 16.
Where is The Deenway Montessori School?
The Deenway Montessori School is at 3-5 Sidmouth Street, Reading, RG1 4QZ.