St Andrew's School
Reading, Berkshire · RG8 8QA
Pupils
325
Day fees
£27k
Inspection
Not yet inspected
St Andrew's is a coeducational prep school in rural Berkshire offering nursery through Year 8 education within the Bradfield Group. The school emphasizes outdoor learning, family values, and a warm, inclusive community where children feel valued and unhurried. With flexible boarding options and a focus on holistic development, it positions itself as a destination for families seeking a balanced, pastoral approach to early education.
- →Flexible Monday–Friday boarding and flexi-boarding options designed for busy working parents
- →Strong emphasis on outdoor learning and forest school education from nursery onwards
- →Warm, family-oriented ethos with explicit commitment to pupil wellbeing and individual voice
- →All-through provision from age 3 to 13 within a cohesive community
Who thrives here
Children who thrive in a nurturing, less pressurised environment and families valuing outdoor education and pastoral care. Suits those needing flexible boarding arrangements and seeking a school that prioritises contentment alongside academic progress.
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Contact & visit
Buckhold, Pangbourne
Reading, Berkshire
RG8 8QA
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at St Andrew's School?
Day fees at St Andrew's School are approximately £27,210 per year (2025/26).
How do you get into St Andrew's School?
St Andrew's School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is St Andrew's School a boarding school?
St Andrew's School offers boarding as well as day places.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Warm, family-oriented culture where children feel individually valued
✓Innovative outdoor learning and forest school provision genuinely embedded
✓Flexible, practical boarding options for working families
✓Pastoral care and pupil wellbeing prioritized over pure academic pressure
✓Strong community ethos with chapel and shared values
Common concerns
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted, limiting external validation of educational standards
!Academic pace described as 'not stressed' may concern families seeking highly selective preparation
!Limited transparency on SEND provision and specialist support availability