GP surgery in Wokingham
South Reading & Shinfield Group Medical Prac
Shinfield Medical Practice, School Green, Shinfield, Reading, RG2 9EH
Scores 15 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 64% of patients say their experience is good and 50% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2018. 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 19
- Easy to get through on the phone28
- Easy to contact online20
- Good experience of getting in touch21
- Did not wait too long for the appointment26
Quality of care 13
- Patients rate the surgery as good11
- Patients got what they needed2
- Doctors and nurses listen2
- Patients trust the staff4
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done74
- Meets NHS clinical targets94
- Children vaccinated on time53
What patients say
107 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
50%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
64%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
+8
change since last year
2025: 57% · 2026: 64%
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 | 50% | 57% | 31% |
| Easy to contact via website | 44% | 58% | 35% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 35% | 54% | 32% |
| Reception staff helpful | 74% | 85% | 67% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 24% | 31% | 36% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 32% | 42% | 18% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 85% | 84% | 75% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 89% | 93% | 92% |
| Good experience of contacting | 65% | 73% | 48% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 42% | 57% | 35% |
| Waiting time was about right | 63% | 69% | 50% |
| Remote appointment | 55% | 26% | 55% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 71% | 87% | 71% |
| Treated with care and concern | 72% | 86% | 73% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 65% | 75% | 65% |
| Had all the information needed | 82% | 92% | 86% |
| Confidence and trust | 83% | 93% | 90% |
| Involved in decisions | 80% | 92% | 85% |
| Needs were met | 78% | 90% | 91% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 64% | 77% | 57% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 61% | 79% | 55% |
| Supported by local services | 68% | 70% | 67% |
| Discussed managing condition | 30% | 43% | 56% |
| Agreed a care plan | 63% | 46% | 61% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 107 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.
What patients tell us
From people who use this surgery. Official data cannot tell you these things.
Tell us about this surgery
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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 8pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | 8am to noon |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 14 July 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Shinfield Medical Practice, School Green, Shinfield, Reading, RG2 9EH
- Phone
- 0118 931 3515
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.srssurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- New Reading PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- K81633 · NHS profile
Branch surgeries
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Shinfield Surgery
- School Green, Shinfield, Reading, RG2 9EH
- South Reading Surgery
- 257 Whitley Wood Road, Reading, RG2 8LE
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- 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 19 April 2018
This rating is 8 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 | 12.2% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 5.0% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 1.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 16.3% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 11.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 15.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 67% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 71% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 68% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 83% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 79% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 61% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 86% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 73% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Reading & Shinfield Group Medical Practhis surgery | – | 15 | 50% | 64% | Yes |
| Shinfield Medical PracticeReading, RG2 9EH | under 0.1 miles | – | – | – | Yes |
| Swallowfield Medical PracticeReading, RG7 1QY | 1.9 miles | 42 | 49% | 85% | Yes |
| Long Barn Lane SurgeryReading, RG2 7SZ | 2.3 miles | 52 | 63% | 78% | Yes |
| Brookside Group PracticeReading, RG6 7HG | 2.5 miles | 53 | 52% | 82% | Yes |
| University Medical GroupReading, RG2 7HE | 2.5 miles | 47 | 53% | 72% | Yes |
| Milman & Kennet SurgeryReading, RG2 0AR | 2.8 miles | 40 | 56% | 75% | Yes |
| Parkside PracticeReading, RG6 1JS | 2.8 miles | 46 | 58% | 78% | Yes |
| Pembroke SurgeryReading, RG1 5PG | 3.0 miles | 63 | 81% | 83% | Yes |
| Melrose SurgeryReading, RG1 5BS | 3.3 miles | 45 | 59% | 77% | Yes |
Swallowfield Medical Practice is 1.9 miles away, scores 42 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is South Reading & Shinfield Group Medical Prac taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), South Reading & Shinfield Group Medical Prac was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0118 931 3515.
How do patients rate South Reading & Shinfield Group Medical Prac?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 64% of patients at South Reading & Shinfield Group Medical Prac said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 50% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 15 out of 100, grade E, which puts it in the bottom 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for South Reading & Shinfield Group Medical Prac?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated South Reading & Shinfield Group Medical Prac as Good at its last published inspection (report published 19 April 2018).
What are the opening times of South Reading & Shinfield Group Medical Prac?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 8pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday 8am to noon, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 14 July 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact South Reading & Shinfield Group Medical Prac?
Call 0118 931 3515 or visit its website, www.srssurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Shinfield Medical Practice, School Green, Shinfield, Reading, RG2 9EH.
Does South Reading & Shinfield Group Medical Prac have a branch surgery?
Yes. South Reading & Shinfield Group Medical Prac also runs Shinfield Surgery (School Green, Shinfield, Reading, RG2 9EH) and South Reading Surgery (257 Whitley Wood Road, Reading, RG2 8LE). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at South Reading & Shinfield Group Medical Prac?
Around 11,446 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of New Reading 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.