The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2014).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 51.9 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2014
- The school is at capacity (124% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
51.9
8.1 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
57%
15.3pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
92%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.15
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
95%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
91%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
3%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
3%
Based on 201 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 15 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
21% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
3% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 107 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,233
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 12.8%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- West Berkshire
- Head
- Ms N Browning (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Not applicable
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
9 official reports linked on this page, including 8 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Short inspection
June 2018 | Short Inspection
Full inspection: Good
February 2014 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Satisfactory
May 2012 | Full Inspection
Curriculum and development visit
September 2010 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Satisfactory
January 2009 | Full Inspection
Curriculum and development visit
October 2007 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Good
October 2005 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
September 1999 | Full Inspection
Location
School Lane, Burghfield Common, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 3XJ
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
Is The Willink School a selective school?
No. The Willink School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is The Willink School's Ofsted rating?
The Willink School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in October 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The Willink School?
The Willink School currently has 1,233 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Willink School take?
The Willink School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is The Willink School?
The Willink School is in Reading, RG7 3XJ, in the West Berkshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Willink School have a sixth form?
Yes, The Willink School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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