Kendrick School
Reading, Berkshire, South East · RG1 5BN
Kendrick School is a selective girls' grammar in Reading that has built a reputation for sustained academic excellence, holding an Outstanding rating from Ofsted across every category at its most recent inspection. With 934 pupils, the school sits marginally above its formal capacity of 920, a reflection of the demand for places. Its intake is notably diverse, with more than a fifth of pupils speaking English as an additional language. Around 8.7 per cent of pupils are eligible for free school meals, while a small proportion receive SEN support.
934
Pupils
Outstanding
Ofsted
128
Places (PAN)
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 934
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 18.2
- Location
- Reading, Berkshire, South East
- Website
- http://www.kendrick.reading.sch.uk/
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- Kendrick School (Reading)
- Exam board
- GL Assessment
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
- Places (PAN)
- 128
- Entry age
- 11
Key dates· 2027 entry
Registration opens
1 May 2026
Registration closesNext
1 July 2026
Exam date
18 September 2026
Application deadline
31 October 2026
Offers date
1 March 2027
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Latest results
Attainment 8
84
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
100%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results here are among the strongest in the state sector: every pupil achieves grade 5 or above in English and Maths, against a national average of 47 per cent. The average Attainment 8 score of 84 is well over the national figure of 46.9, pointing to consistently high achievement across the full breadth of subjects. Ofsted judged both the quality of education and the sixth form to be Outstanding. With a pupil-to-teacher ratio of roughly 18.2, classes are taught by a stable, experienced staff.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 3.64%
- EHC plans
- 0.64%
- English as additional language
- 22.4%
- Free school meals
- 8.7%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 8 November 2022
The last word
A girls' grammar with results few schools can match and a clean sweep of Outstanding judgements. Entry is highly competitive, so strong, well-rounded preparation for the GL Assessment is essential.
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Kendrick School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Kendrick School located?
Kendrick School is located at London Road, Reading, RG1 5BN.
What type of school is Kendrick School?
Kendrick School is a state grammar school in South East.
What subjects does Kendrick School test in the 11+?
Kendrick School tests English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does Kendrick School use for the 11+?
Kendrick School's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
When is the Kendrick School 11+ exam?
For the 2027 entry, the Kendrick School 11+ exam is on 18 September 2026.
How do I apply to Kendrick School?
For 2027 entry, registration opens on 1 May 2026, registration closes on 1 July 2026 and the application deadline is 31 October 2026.
When are Kendrick School 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, Kendrick School releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does Kendrick School belong to?
Kendrick School is part of the Kendrick School (Reading) consortium.
How many places does Kendrick School offer?
Kendrick School has a published admission number of 128 places.
How many pupils attend Kendrick School?
Kendrick School has approximately 934 pupils on roll.
What is Kendrick School's Ofsted rating?
Kendrick School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its inspection on 8 November 2022.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.