Ranikhet Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Spey Road Tilehurst Reading Berkshire RG30 4ED |
| Phone | 01189375520 |
| Reference Number | 142072 |
Ranikhet Academy has shown significant improvement since its previous inspection, moving from an inadequate to a good rating across all areas. The school promotes a nurturing environment where students feel safe, happy, and engaged in learning. Leaders and staff demonstrate a strong understanding of each pupil's needs, fostering a culture of respect and kindness. The focus on reading is evident, with effective phonics teaching and a love for literature being cultivated among pupils. The school's commitment to personal development is notable, with pupils actively participating in various extracurricular activities that enhance their well-being and social skills.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 231 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.35%
Girls: 50.65% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 46.7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 43.7% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 23.1 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 28 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 27.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14 | 16 | 30 |
| 2 | 16 | 10 | 26 |
| 3 | 13 | 15 | 28 |
| 4 | 12 | 17 | 29 |
| 5 | 13 | 11 | 24 |
| 6 | 10 | 20 | 30 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 26.8% |
| White, Other | 12.6% |
| African | 12.6% |
| Pakistani | 10% |
| Asian, Other | 8.7% |
| Indian | 7.4% |
| Unclassified | 5.2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 3.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.9% |
| White & Asian | 2.2% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.9% |
| Irish | 0.4% |
| Caribbean | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 12 May 2021 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 12 May 2021 | Full inspection: |
| 03 Feb 2021 | Monitoring visit |
| 17 Nov 2020 | Monitoring visit |
| 04 Mar 2020 | Monitoring visit |
| 18 Sep 2019 | Monitoring visit |
| 03 Apr 2019 | Monitoring visit |
| 11 Dec 2018 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe, happy, and respected in a nurturing environment.
- Effective phonics teaching helps develop confident readers.
- Strong focus on personal development and mental health.
- Increased engagement and attendance due to enjoyable learning.
- Well-structured curriculum that meets children's needs in early years.
Areas for Improvement
- Some staff require additional training in phonics delivery.
- The wider curriculum is not yet at the same standard as core subjects.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 50% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 8% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 104 | ||
| Maths | 103 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.8 | ||
| Writing | -1.2 | ||
| Maths | -1.7 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 3 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 9 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School
Dee Road, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 4BE |
0.27 miles |
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St Michael's Primary School
Dee Road, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 4AS |
0.41 miles |
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Meadow Park Academy
Norcot Road, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 6BS |
0.48 miles |
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Moorlands Primary School
Church End Lane, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 4UN |
0.51 miles |
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Wilson Primary School
Wilson Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 2RW |
0.6 miles |
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Norcot Early Years Centre
82 Lyndhurst Road, Reading, RG30 6UB |
0.67 miles |
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Churchend Primary Academy
Usk Road, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 4HP |
0.68 miles |
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Blagrave Nursery School
Recreation Road, Reading, RG30 4UA |
0.81 miles |
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Battle Primary Academy
Cranbury Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 2TD |
0.85 miles |
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St Edward's Prep
64 Tilehurst Road, Reading, RG30 2JH |
1.07 miles |
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Manor Primary School
110 Ashampstead Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 3LJ |
1.07 miles |
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The Holy Brook School
145 Ashampstead Road, Southcote, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 3LJ |
1.07 miles |
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Park Lane Primary School
School Road, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG31 5BD |
1.13 miles |
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Southcote Primary School
Silchester Road, Southcote, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 3EJ |
1.19 miles |
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Kennet Valley Primary School
Carters Rise, Calcot, Reading, Berkshire, RG31 7YT |
1.21 miles |
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All Saints Church of England Aided Infant School
Brownlow Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 6NP |
1.3 miles |
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All Saints Junior School
August House, Brownlow Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 6NP |
1.3 miles |
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Oxford Road Community School
146 Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PJ |
1.31 miles |
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Birch Copse Primary School
Wittenham Avenue, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG31 5LN |
1.45 miles |
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St Paul's Catholic Primary School
City Road, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG31 4SZ |
1.45 miles |
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Thames Valley School
2 Conwy Close, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 4BZ |
0.62 miles |
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The Avenue Special School
The Avenue Centre, Conwy Close, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 4BZ |
0.63 miles |
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King's Academy Prospect
Cockney Hill, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 4EX |
0.66 miles |
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Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School
Fawley Road, Southcote, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 3EP |
1.03 miles |
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The WREN School
61-63 Bath Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 2BB |
1.03 miles |
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River Academy
7 Richfield Avenue, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 8EQ |
1.36 miles |
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Brookfields School
Sage Road, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG31 6SW |
1.68 miles |
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Little Heath School
Little Heath Road, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG31 5TY |
1.77 miles |
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Denefield School
Long Lane, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG31 6XY |
1.94 miles |
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Queen Anne's School
6 Henley Road, Reading, RG4 6DX |
2.29 miles |
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Kendrick School
London Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5BN |
2.32 miles |
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The Deenway Montessori School
3-5 Sidmouth Street, Reading, RG1 4QZ |
2.33 miles |
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The Abbey School Reading
17 Kendrick Road, Reading, RG1 5DZ |
2.44 miles |
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Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre
Surley Row, Emmer Green, Reading, Berkshire, RG4 8LR |
2.46 miles |
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OneSchool Global Reading Senior Campus
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2.49 miles |
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Red Balloon Learner Centre Reading
220-222 Kings Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 4JJ |
2.58 miles |
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Groveside School
40 Christchurch Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 7AY |
2.69 miles |
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Hamilton School
135 Bulmershe Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5SG |
2.72 miles |
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Reading School
Erleigh Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5LW |
2.77 miles |
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Reading Girls' School
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2.81 miles |