Wescott Infant School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 5-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Goodchild Road Wokingham Berkshire RG40 2EN |
| Reference Number | 147926 |
Wescott Infant School has received its first inspection since becoming an academy, and the overall effectiveness has been rated as good. The school demonstrates notable strengths in behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership, all of which have been judged as outstanding. The school creates a strong, nurturing environment where children feel safe and excited about learning, effectively supporting all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. The leadership has built strong relationships with the school community, contributing to a positive atmosphere where pupils are encouraged to fulfill their potential.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 122 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50.82%
Girls: 49.18% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 7.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 27% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 23.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 29 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 13 | 22 | 35 |
| 2 | 34 | 24 | 58 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 61.5% |
| Indian | 7.4% |
| White, Other | 6.6% |
| Chinese | 5.7% |
| White & Asian | 4.9% |
| African | 3.3% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.3% |
| Pakistani | 3.3% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.8% |
| Asian, Other | 0.8% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Early Years Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 14 Nov 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 14 Nov 2023 | School inspection: |
| 08 Jul 2020 | Academy conversion letter |
| 08 Dec 2010 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Wescott Infant School | |
| 08 Dec 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 05 Dec 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 05 Dec 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Apr 2002 | Full inspection |
| 15 Apr 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Exceptional early years provision that establishes excellent routines.
- Ambitious and well-structured curriculum across all year groups.
- Strong relationships fostered between staff, pupils, and parents.
- Pupils exhibit exemplary behaviour and a strong commitment to learning.
- Outstanding personal development, promoting moral purpose and understanding of global issues.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent application of effective strategies in some foundation subjects affecting knowledge retention.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 49 | 3 |
| Third Preference | 23 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
St Teresa's Catholic Academy
Easthampstead Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 2EB |
0.07 miles |
|
Westende Junior School
Seaford Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 2EJ |
0.15 miles |
|
All Saints Church of England Primary School
Norreys Avenue, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 1UX |
0.45 miles |
|
Keep Hatch Primary School
Ashridge Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 1PG |
0.52 miles |
|
Ludgrove School
|
0.76 miles |
|
Walter Infant School
Murray Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 2TA |
0.87 miles |
|
Floreat Montague Park Primary School and Nursery
William Heelas Way, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 1BG |
0.89 miles |
|
St Paul's CofE Junior School
Oxford Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 2YJ |
0.92 miles |
|
St Cecilia's CofE Primary School
Howlett Grove, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 1BJ |
1.2 miles |
|
Evendons Primary School
161 Finchampstead Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 3HD |
1.2 miles |
|
Windmill Primary School and Nursery
Fernlea Drive, Woosehill, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 3DR |
1.21 miles |
|
Emmbrook Infant School
Emmbrook Infant School, Emmbrook Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 1JR |
1.41 miles |
|
Emmbrook Junior School
Emmbrook Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 1JR |
1.41 miles |
|
King's Academy Oakwood
Chiltern View, Binfield, Bracknell, RG42 4FY |
1.45 miles |
|
The Hawthorns Primary School
Northway, Woosehill, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 3PQ |
1.5 miles |
|
Waverley Preparatory School & Day Nursery
Waverley Way, Berkshire, RG40 4YD |
1.94 miles |
|
Jennett's Park CofE Primary School
3 Tawny Owl Square, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 8EB |
2 miles |
|
Saint Sebastians Church of England Primary School
Nine Mile Ride, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 3AT |
2 miles |
|
Newbold School
Popeswood Rd, Binfield, Berks, RG42 4AH |
2.06 miles |
|
Binfield Church of England Primary School
Benetfeld Road, Binfield, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG42 4EW |
2.08 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
St Crispin's School
London Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 1SS |
0.23 miles |
|
Chiltern Way Academy Wokingham
Gipsy Lane, Wokingham, RG40 2HR |
0.35 miles |
|
High Close School
Wiltshire Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 1TS |
0.42 miles |
|
The Holt School
Holt Lane, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 1EE |
0.77 miles |
|
Luckley House School
|
0.98 miles |
|
Holme Grange School
Heathlands Road, Wokingham, RG40 3AL |
1.09 miles |
|
Odyssey House School
Buckhurst Court, London Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 1PA |
1.28 miles |
|
The Emmbrook School
Emmbrook Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 1JP |
1.3 miles |
|
Hawthorn Academy
Old Wokingham Road, Wokingham, RG40 3BT |
1.91 miles |
|
Oak Tree School
Woodward Close, Winnersh, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 5LP |
2.06 miles |
|
King's Academy Easthampstead Park
Ringmead, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 8FS |
2.1 miles |
|
Cressex Lodge School
Cressex Lodge, Terrace Road South, Binfield, Reading, Berkshire, RG42 4DE |
2.12 miles |
|
King's Academy Binfield
St. Georges Park, Binfield, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG42 4FS |
2.34 miles |
|
Reddam House Berkshire
Bearwood Road, Wokingham, RG41 5BG |
2.45 miles |
|
The Forest School
Robin Hood Lane, Winnersh, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 5NE |
2.6 miles |
|
Kennel Lane School
Kennel Lane, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG42 2EX |
3.31 miles |
|
The Brakenhale School
Rectory Lane, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7BA |
3.31 miles |
|
Wellington College
|
3.33 miles |
|
Ranelagh School
Ranelagh Drive, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 9DA |
3.51 miles |
|
Garth Hill College
Bull Lane, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG42 2AD |
3.54 miles |