Best 3 Secondary schools in Wokingham – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of secondary schools: The Holt School (Secondary) in Wokingham; Maiden Erlegh School (Secondary) in Reading; The Emmbrook School (Secondary) in Wokingham — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares The Holt School, Maiden Erlegh School and The Emmbrook School. They are secondary phase and academy converter type located around Wokingham, Berkshire and Reading, Berkshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (The Holt School), published May 2023. The lowest is 2 (The Emmbrook School), published Nov 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for The Emmbrook School (Nov 2023). average roll around ≈ 1,550, combined total ≈ 4,650, typical FSM 5–10%, range 5–10%–10–15%; spread across trusts such as Maiden Erlegh Trust and THE CIRCLE TRUST.

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Attribute	The Holt School RG41 1EE	Maiden Erlegh School RG6 7HS	The Emmbrook School RG41 1JP
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter
Location	Wokingham Berkshire RG41 1EE	Reading Berkshire RG6 7HS	Wokingham Berkshire RG41 1JP
Latest Ofsted	1 22 May 2023	1 10 Mar 2020	2 29 Nov 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,450 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,850 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,300 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1500	1788	1219
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Girls	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Wokingham (872)	Maiden Erlegh Trust	THE CIRCLE TRUST
Website	www.holtschool.co.uk	maidenerleghschool.co.uk	www.emmbrook.wokingham.sch.uk
Telephone	01189780165	01189262467	01189784406
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

The Holt School

RG41 1EE

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Wokingham
Berkshire
RG41 1EE
Ofsted: 1 22 May 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,450 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Wokingham (872)
Website: www.holtschool.co.uk
Telephone: 01189780165

Maiden Erlegh School

RG6 7HS

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Reading
Berkshire
RG6 7HS
Ofsted: 1 10 Mar 2020
Pupils: ≈ 1,850 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Maiden Erlegh Trust
Website: maidenerleghschool.co.uk
Telephone: 01189262467

The Emmbrook School

RG41 1JP

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Wokingham
Berkshire
RG41 1JP
Ofsted: 2 29 Nov 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,300 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: THE CIRCLE TRUST
Website: www.emmbrook.wokingham.sch.uk
Telephone: 01189784406

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.