Brookfield Park Primary School
Skelmersdale, WN8 8EH · Lancashire · primary school
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204th of 448 primary schools in Lancashire we can score, 481 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 — 8.7/10 against 1,804 of 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 76.0 · 80 | 40% | 3.19 |
| Ofsted | 1 | 35% | 0.03 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Brookfield Park Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 76.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 10.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in May 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 153 pupils against a stated capacity of 207. 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 new Ofsted framework affect day-to-day teaching priorities? What support is available for pupils who have not yet reached the expected standard?
What Ofsted said about Brookfield Park Primary School
Overview
The report states that the school "requires special measures" because it is "failing to provide an acceptable standard of education" and leaders are "not demonstrating the capacity to secure the necessary improvement." While the early years provision is praised as "well-thought-out" and pupils feel safe, significant weaknesses in curriculum delivery, teaching quality, and attendance mean pupils are "ill-prepared" for secondary school.
Strengths
- The early years curriculum is "well-thought-out," with staff ensuring children are "ready for learning in Year 1."
- Pupils "feel safe and happy," benefit from strong pastoral support, and bullying is dealt with "swiftly."
- Staff in the resourced provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "more skilled at adapting activities," helping these pupils progress well.
- Pupils demonstrate positive attitudes, showing "tolerance for others" and respect towards adults and visitors.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must urgently review the curriculum to ensure pupils receive the "minimum 32.5 hours of education each week" and a "broad and balanced education."
- Staff must raise expectations, address "misconceptions and errors," and ensure all pupils secure basic skills in reading, writing, and mathematics.
- Leaders must strengthen procedures to monitor absence and improve attendance, particularly for disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND.
Safeguarding
The report confirms that "safeguarding standards are met," noting an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and that concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 55% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 76% |
| 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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