St Dominic Savio Catholic Primary School
Western Avenue, Woodley, RG5 3BHOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St Dominic Savio Catholic Primary School is a primary school in Woodley for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 84 schools in Wokingham. It ranks 2nd of 36 primary schools in Wokingham. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in February 2020.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 11 February 2020, report published 9 March 2020
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 29 April 2025
Pupils are happy and thriving at this school. They feel secure, supported and well looked after. The school has high aspirations for all pupils from the moment they arrive. Pupils excel because their needs are met exceptionally well. The school places the well-being and academic success of its pupils at the core of its work. Pupils achieve highly across the curriculum. They are well prepared for the next stage of learning and life in modern Britain. Pupils' behaviour is excellent. They learn to interact with each other politely and act responsibly. Older pupils serve as outstanding role models by demonstrating kindness and respect, reflecting the school's positive values. Pupils raise money for charity and think about others' needs. The school is a harmonious community, where parents and carers are overwhelming supportive. Pupils benefit from a broad and rich curriculum, including in the arts and sports. The school ensures that pupils of all ages participate in shows and performances as well as sporting competitions. Pupils participate in various extra-curricular activities, such as martial arts, digital leadership and Spanish. Some clubs are managed by pupils, which supports the development of their leadership skills. The enriching shared experiences contribute to the school's sense of community.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
59 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
420 pupils on roll, with places for 420
Schools near St Dominic Savio Catholic Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beechwood Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 53% met the expected standard |
| Willow Bank Infant School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Willow Bank Junior School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Highwood Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Sonning Church of England Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | 93% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary aided school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Roman Catholic
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Laura Hulland
- Phone
- 01189693893
- Address
- Western Avenue, Woodley, RG5 3BH
- Local authority
- Wokingham
- URN
- 110041
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.