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St Nicholas Church of England Primary, Hurst

St Nicholas Church of England Primary, Hurst is a academy Church of England primary school located in Wokingham, Berkshire, serving pupils ages 4 to 11. With 139 pupils on roll against a capacity of 140, the school is operating at 99% capacity and is likely to be oversubscribed. The school has 7.20% of pupils eligible for free school meals. At its most recent Ofsted inspection, St Nicholas Church of England Primary, Hurst was rated Good. Use our free catchment tool below to check whether any property falls within St Nicholas Church of England Primary, Hurst's admissions distance.

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Ages 4-11Age range
PrimarySchool phase
99%Capacity used (139 of 140 pupils)
7.20%Free school meals eligible
GoodOfsted rating

⚠️ Important: Catchment Measuring Points Vary

School catchment distances are not always measured from the school's postcode or map pin. Some schools measure from the school gates, others from the main entrance, a specific published measuring point, or the centre of the school building. Always check St Nicholas Church of England Primary, Hurst's published admissions policy or contact Wokingham Council directly to confirm the exact measuring point before relying on any distance calculation.

School Details

School nameSt Nicholas Church of England Primary, Hurst
URN147377
AddressSchool Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG10 0DR
Telephone01189340727
HeadteacherSarah Hilling (Headteacher)
School typeAcademy converter
PhasePrimary
Age rangeAges 4-11
GenderMixed
Religious characterChurch of England
Local authorityWokingham
RegionSouth East
Approx. coordinates51.452911, -0.85475 (indicative only — see warning above)

Admissions Information

📌 How places are allocated at this school

This is a Church of England school. Faith schools typically use faith criteria alongside or instead of distance when allocating places. Always check the school's own admissions policy — distance alone may not determine your child's chance of a place.

Key Information for Parents

📍 How to use our catchment tool

Click "Open Catchment Tool" above, add this school by searching for its name or postcode, enter the catchment distance from the school's admissions policy, then check any address to see if it falls inside or outside catchment.

📄 Find the admissions policy

The official admissions policy for St Nicholas Church of England Primary, Hurst will be published on the school's website or on the Wokingham Council website. Search for "St Nicholas Church of England Primary, Hurst admissions policy" to find the current year's document.

✝️ Faith School

This school has a Church of England religious character. Faith criteria typically apply alongside distance. Check the school's admissions policy carefully.

📋 Ofsted Inspection

Visit the Ofsted reports website to find the latest inspection report and rating for this school.

📋 Ofsted Rating: Good

Latest Ofsted inspection rated this school as Good. Inspection date: 18/10/2023. Quality of education: Good. Behaviour and attitudes: Good. Leadership: Good. Read the full Ofsted report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if my address is in the catchment area for St Nicholas Church of England Primary, Hurst?

Use our free catchment tool above. Enter the school's name or postcode to plot it on the map, add the catchment radius from the school's admissions policy, then use "Check Address" to test any postcode or address. Always verify the exact measuring point with Wokingham Council or the school directly.

Where can I find the official catchment distance for St Nicholas Church of England Primary, Hurst?

The school's admissions policy document contains the oversubscription criteria and published catchment distances. For community schools, Wokingham Council publishes annual admissions statistics including the furthest distance offered at each school. For academies and faith schools, check the school's own website.

Is the catchment area for St Nicholas Church of England Primary, Hurst the same every year?

No — catchment distances change year on year depending on how many children apply and how many places are available. Always use the most recent admissions data from the school or local authority.

What is the URN for St Nicholas Church of England Primary, Hurst?

The Unique Reference Number (URN) for St Nicholas Church of England Primary, Hurst is 147377. Use this to look up the school on the Get Information About Schools service or find Ofsted reports.

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