Queen Anne's School
Reading, Berkshire · RG4 6DX
AAB+ A-level
20%
9–7 GCSE
64.1%
Day fees
£32k
Inspection
Not yet inspected
Queen Anne's is an academically selective all-girls boarding and day school in Caversham, Reading, blending country-school amenities with urban accessibility. The school emphasises 'kind hearts, fierce minds, strong spirits'—a holistic philosophy that balances rigorous academics with pastoral care and character development. It has emerged as one of the stronger independent girls' schools in the Southeast, particularly noted for its modern facilities and strong sense of community.
- →All-girls environment with strong peer support and mentoring culture
- →Award-winning sixth-form centre ('The Space') and contemporary facilities
- →Flexible boarding model combining day and residential options within easy reach of Reading/London
- →Reputation for turning out 'polished, employable' graduates with strong life skills
Who thrives here
Academically capable girls seeking an all-girls environment with strong pastoral scaffolding; those who value a tight-knit community atmosphere and benefit from single-sex teaching; boarders or flexible boarders from professional families across the Southeast.
Strengths at a glance
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At a glance
Contact & visit
6 Henley Road, Caversham
Reading, Berkshire
RG4 6DX
Nearest stations
Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Queen Anne's School?
Day fees at Queen Anne's School are approximately £32,199 per year (2025/26). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into Queen Anne's School?
Queen Anne's School admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Queen Anne's School's exam results?
At Queen Anne's School, 20% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 64.1% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Queen Anne's School a boarding school?
Queen Anne's School offers boarding as well as day places.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Girls emerge 'polished and instantly employable' with strong soft skills
✓Award-winning sixth-form facilities and learning environment
✓Exceptional sense of community and peer support through mentoring
✓Strong pastoral care and life-preparation alongside academics
✓Excellent grounds, facilities and location balance (country-school feel + urban access)
✓All-girls environment fosters confidence and reduces peer pressure
Common concerns
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted (as of Feb 2026)—limited independent validation of standards
!Relatively small sixth form may limit breadth of subjects or university guidance specialisation
!Reading location may feel less prestigious than London-based competitors to some families