Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School
Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School is a secondary located in Reading, RG30 3EP. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,022 pupils on roll.
Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a voluntary aided school. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study. It is part of the Diocese of Portsmouth (rc) diocese.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Voluntary aided school
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Diocese of Portsmouth (rc)
Local Authority: Reading
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 922
Number of Pupils: 1022
Number of Boys: 517
Number of Girls: 505
Special Classes Code: 1
Percentage on Free School Meals: 17.3
Last Changed Date: 2025-04-22
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: 9
Inspection Date: 2012-12-13
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Uttley
Phone: 01189574730
Website: http://www.hughfaringdon.org/
Location: Fawley Road, Southcote
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School
What is the Ofsted rating of Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School?
Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School admit?
Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School is a mixed school.
What type of school is Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School?
Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School is a voluntary aided school offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School?
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