Bradwell Village School
Milton Keynes, MK13 9AZ · Milton Keynes · primary school
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37th of 58 primary schools in Milton Keynes we can score, 90 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.3/10 against 1,641 of them, against 4.3/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 61.0 · 41 | 40% | 1.65 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bradwell Village School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 61.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils learn guitar, ukulele and woodwind, visit Caythorpe Court and Bradwell Abbey, and can join the breakfast and after-school clubs.
Getting in
The published school roll is 200 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to bridge the gap between the 61.0% expected standard and the national median of 64%? What specific music opportunities are available for children who do not already play an instrument? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll of 200?
What Ofsted said about Bradwell Village School
Overview
Bradwell Village School is described as a "caring and inclusive school where everyone is welcome," with pupils who are "happy and enjoy coming to school." The report highlights a "supportive and positive environment" where staff maintain high expectations for behaviour and learning, resulting in pupils who "behave well and work hard."
Strengths
- Leaders prioritise reading, ensuring pupils have books matching their level and receive "well-considered and precise help" if they struggle.
- The curriculum is "highly ambitious for all," including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), with learning broken down into "small steps."
- Pupils develop personal skills effectively, becoming "confident, resilient and independent learners" through leadership roles and practical life skills.
- Staff present learning in "interesting ways which motivate pupils’ interest," and pupils "talk confidently about their learning."
- There is a "strong team spirit" among staff, who feel supported by leaders and governors who "know the school well."
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure checks on the new curriculum enable it to "identify, and act on, less well-established aspects of planning and teaching" so pupils learn consistently well across all subjects.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 61% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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