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Downsway Primary School

Goodgraded 26/04/2023Ages 4–11214 pupilsDoes not apply
Reading, RG31 6FE
West Berkshire

Downsway Primary School is a primary school for pupils aged 4 to 11 in Reading, within the West Berkshire local authority. The school has around 214 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 26/04/2023, Downsway Primary School was judged Good. Families comparing primary schools in Reading can view Downsway Primary School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Reading (RG31 6FE), Downsway Primary School serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.

Attendance & staffing
Attendance95.2%England avg 94.5%
Pupils per teacher23.0England avg 20.9
Persistent absence
Teachers with QTS

DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26

Pupil intake
Free school meals6.6%England avg 24.0%
English not first language5.2%England avg 18.8%

DfE school census, 2025/26

All schools in ReadingSee the full area report for RG31 6FE