Brookfield Community School
Southampton, SO31 7DU · Hampshire · secondary school
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6th of 69 secondary schools in Hampshire we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 624 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.8/10 among them, against 7.4/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 53.7 · 71 | 46% | 3.26 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.4 · 79 | 38% | 3.04 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 50.5 · 72 | 15% | 1.11 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Brookfield Community School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.9% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 50.8, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.4 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.1 out of 10 among them, against 7.5 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,854 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,800. 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
What support is available for pupils aiming to improve their Progress 8 scores? How does the school ensure equitable access to extracurricular opportunities for all students?
What Ofsted said about Brookfield Community School
Overview
Brookfield Community School is described as a place where pupils feel safe, happy, and supported within a "welcoming and supportive environment." The report highlights that the school’s expectations of being "ready, respectful and responsible" are firmly embedded, resulting in high standards of behaviour and an "Outstanding" rating for personal development. Leaders and governors work collaboratively to maintain high educational standards, with staff reporting positive support for their well-being.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate excellent behaviour, showing "focus and collaboration in lessons" and moving around the school calmly and orderly.
- Personal development is a standout feature, with a "well-structured programme" covering vital topics such as sexual health, consent, and online safety.
- Careers education is highly effective, with the number of pupils progressing into sustained education, employment, or training "significantly above average."
- The curriculum is "ambitious, broad and balanced," featuring a strong vocational offer and engaging extra-curricular activities that foster a "powerful sense of belonging."
- Governors play an active role, providing both support and challenge while maintaining a "secure knowledge of the school."
Areas to improve
- Teachers do not always use strategies effectively to adapt curriculum delivery for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), hindering their engagement.
- Initiatives to support reading and literacy, including targeted interventions and subject-specific vocabulary, are not yet fully embedded or applied consistently.
- Persistent absence among disadvantaged pupils remains a challenge, despite overall attendance aligning with national averages.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 53.6 |
| 2024/25 | 50.8 |
| 2025/26 | 50.5 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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