GP surgery in Lower Earley
Brookside Group Practice
Brookside Surgery, Brookside Close, Earley, Reading, RG6 7HG
Scores 53 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 82% of patients say their experience is good and 52% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2017. It is taking on new patients.
How the score breaks down
Each line is a score out of 100. The England average is 50 and higher is better. How it works
Getting an appointment 33
- Easy to get through on the phone32
- Easy to contact online48
- Good experience of getting in touch42
- Did not wait too long for the appointment31
Quality of care 77
- Patients rate the surgery as good60
- Patients got what they needed91
- Doctors and nurses listen79
- Patients trust the staff78
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done59
- Meets NHS clinical targets61
- Children vaccinated on time55
What patients say
186 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
52%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
82%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+5
change since last year
2025: 77% · 2026: 82%
Getting in touch
The appointment
All survey questions, compared with England
| What patients said | This surgery | England | Last year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Getting in touch | |||
| Easy to get through by phone | 52% | 57% | 49% |
| Easy to contact via website | 57% | 58% | 50% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 63% | 54% | 48% |
| Reception staff helpful | 88% | 85% | 87% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 25% | 31% | 32% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 32% | 42% | 30% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 89% | 84% | 84% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 96% | 93% | 97% |
| Good experience of contacting | 73% | 73% | 71% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 52% | 57% | 60% |
| Waiting time was about right | 65% | 69% | 64% |
| Remote appointment | 23% | 26% | 15% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 93% | 87% | 86% |
| Treated with care and concern | 90% | 86% | 85% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 81% | 75% | 70% |
| Had all the information needed | 97% | 92% | 93% |
| Confidence and trust | 97% | 93% | 92% |
| Involved in decisions | 96% | 92% | 90% |
| Needs were met | 97% | 90% | 87% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 82% | 77% | 76% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 83% | 79% | 88% |
| Supported by local services | 80% | 70% | 68% |
| Discussed managing condition | 58% | 43% | 56% |
| Agreed a care plan | 28% | 46% | 52% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 186 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.
What patients tell us
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1 of 10Last time you needed a routine appointment, how long did you wait?
2 of 10When you last phoned, how long did it take to get through?
3 of 10How did you book your last appointment?
4 of 10Can you usually see the same GP?
5 of 10Was your last appointment on time?
6 of 10Are the reception staff helpful?
7 of 10Did the doctor or nurse listen to you?
8 of 10How easy is it to get a repeat prescription?
9 of 10Is parking easy?
10 of 10Would you recommend this surgery?
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Opening times and contact
| Monday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 27 October 2022. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Brookside Surgery, Brookside Close, Earley, Reading, RG6 7HG
- Phone
- 0118 966 9333
- Website
- www.brooksidegrouppractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Earley + PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- K81047 · NHS profile
Branch surgeries
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Chalfont Surgery
- Chalfont Close, Earley, Reading, RG6 5HZ · 0118 9669222
- Wilderness Road Surgery
- 1 Wilderness Road, Earley, Reading, RG6 7RU
- Winnersh Surgery
- 10 Melbourne Avenue, Winnersh, Wokingham, RG41 5EL · 0118 9669222
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 20 April 2017
This rating is 9 years old. The CQC has not published a newer inspection.
The five questions inspectors ask
| Is it safe? | Good |
| Is it effective? | Good |
| Is it caring? | Good |
| Is it responsive? | Good |
| Is it well-led? | Good |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 14.8% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.1% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.5% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 15.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 11.8% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 7.5% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 68% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 71% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 86% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 78% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 60% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 83% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 66% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookside Group Practicethis surgery | – | 53 | 52% | 82% | Yes |
| Parkside PracticeReading, RG6 1JS | 1.3 miles | 46 | 58% | 78% | Yes |
| Woodley PracticeReading, RG5 4JA | 1.5 miles | 18 | 51% | 70% | Yes |
| Loddon Vale PracticeReading, RG5 4UX | 1.8 miles | 47 | 51% | 81% | Yes |
| University Medical GroupReading, RG2 7HE | 1.9 miles | 47 | 53% | 72% | Yes |
| Pembroke SurgeryReading, RG1 5PG | 2.1 miles | 63 | 81% | 83% | Yes |
| Long Barn Lane SurgeryReading, RG2 7SZ | 2.4 miles | 52 | 63% | 78% | Yes |
| Shinfield Medical PracticeReading, RG2 9EH | 2.5 miles | – | – | – | Yes |
| South Reading & Shinfield Group Medical PracReading, RG2 9EH | 2.5 miles | 15 | 50% | 64% | Yes |
| Melrose SurgeryReading, RG1 5BS | 2.5 miles | 45 | 59% | 77% | Yes |
Pembroke Surgery is 2.1 miles away, scores 63 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Brookside Group Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Brookside Group Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0118 966 9333.
How do patients rate Brookside Group Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 82% of patients at Brookside Group Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 52% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 53 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Brookside Group Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Brookside Group Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 20 April 2017).
What are the opening times of Brookside Group Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 27 October 2022. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Brookside Group Practice?
Call 0118 966 9333 or visit its website, www.brooksidegrouppractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Brookside Surgery, Brookside Close, Earley, Reading, RG6 7HG.
Does Brookside Group Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. Brookside Group Practice also runs Chalfont Surgery (Chalfont Close, Earley, Reading, RG6 5HZ) and Wilderness Road Surgery (1 Wilderness Road, Earley, Reading, RG6 7RU) and Winnersh Surgery (10 Melbourne Avenue, Winnersh, Wokingham, RG41 5EL). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Brookside Group Practice?
Around 30,791 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Earley + PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Thames Valley NHS area.
Where this comes from: the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, Care Quality Commission ratings, NHS records of patients, conditions, checks and vaccinations (published through OHID Fingertips), and this surgery's page on the NHS website (checked 20 September 2026). Read how the score is worked out. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.