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Open Events

Whole School Open Morning – Saturday 17 May 2025

We warmly invite you and your family to join us at the Reading Blue Coat Open Morning, on Saturday 17 May 2025. Come along and visit our site, nestled within 46 acres of picturesque surroundings. Meet our Headmaster, Mr Pete Thomas, our dedicated staff, and our vibrant student body, and immerse yourselves in the spirit of our RBC community.

Highlights of the day include:

– Headmaster Welcome Talks: Gain insights from Mr Pete Thomas as he shares his vision for our school.
– Student-led Tours: Explore our campus and school life through the eyes of our enthusiastic students.
– Academic Department Activities: Immerse yourself in our diverse academic offerings through interactive activities and demonstrations.
– Co-curricular Showcase: Discover the richness of our co-curricular programme, created to provide holistic development.

And that’s just the beginning! Experience a morning of discovery and get a taste of life at Reading Blue Coat.

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Sixth Form Open Evening – Tuesday 15 October 2024

Discover your future at Reading Blue Coat’s Sixth Form Open Evening!

Join us on Tuesday 15 October 2024 for an evening tailored to parents and students keen to explore the A Level options available at Reading Blue Coat.

The evening will include student-led tours of the school, a welcome talk from the Headmaster – Mr Pete Thomas, an introduction to Sixth Form life from the Director of Sixth Form and an opportunity to discuss academic subjects with Heads of Department.

This event is an ideal follow-up to our whole school Open Morning on Saturday 5 October, which provides an insight into academic departments and our extensive co-curricular programme, showcasing our fantastic Activities Programme, clubs and societies.

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School Tours

Group tours of the School are led by a member of the Admissions Team during the course of a normal school day. The tours are for small groups of a maximum of five families, and it is suggested that parents attend without their children. Tours start at 10:30am and last for approximately two hours.  To book on to a tour, please call the Admissions department on 0118 933 5806.

Tuesday 14 January 2025: 10:30 – 12:30 (FULL)

Thursday 16 January 2025: 10:30 – 12:30 (FULL)

Tuesday 21 January 2025: 10:30 – 12:30 (FULL)

Thursday 23 January 2025: 10:30 – 12:30 (Spaces available)

Thursday 30 January 2025: 10:30 – 12:30 (Spaces available)

 

Tours should be booked in advance by telephone please.

Unfortunately we cannot host parents for 1:1 tours due to the volume of applications, but would suggest parents contact the Admissions department on 0118 933 5806 to discuss any possible applications and questions you may have.

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