Brooklands Primary School
Nr Manningtree, CO11 1RX · Suffolk · primary school
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33rd of 232 primary schools in Suffolk we can score, 253 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 the 4,123 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.1/10 among them, against 7.6/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 89 | 25% | 2.23 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Brooklands Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 18.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.1 out of 10 among them, against 7.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join French clubs, play football and squash, and visit PGL, Bawdsey, and local forests.
Getting in
The published school roll is 268 pupils against a stated capacity of 285. 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 maintain progress from Year 6 to Year 7? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard?
What Ofsted said about Brooklands Primary School
Overview
Pupils enjoy their time at Brooklands Primary School, where they behave well and feel happy and safe. The school provides a high-quality education with a well-sequenced curriculum, though consistency in teaching adaptation varies across subjects. Early years provision is outstanding, ensuring children are exceptionally well prepared for Year 1.
Strengths
- Early years provision is outstanding, with children achieving exceptionally well and developing independence and self-control.
- Leaders prioritise reading, ensuring children learn phonics early and develop fluency, supported by a wide range of stories.
- Pupils have high aspirations and positive relationships, viewing themselves as ‘difference makers’ who contribute to the community.
- Staff workload and well-being are managed effectively, with leaders successfully developing staff subject knowledge.
- Behaviour is good, with bullying being rare and dealt with effectively when it occurs.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure curriculum plans in newer subjects are consistently implemented so pupils achieve well in all areas.
- Teachers must be trained to adapt their teaching in all subjects to meet the needs of all pupils, ensuring they learn and remember intended content.
- Systems for identifying support needs for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) require further embedding across the school.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with clear records, timely action on concerns, and robust pre-employment checks.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 88% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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