Birch Hill Primary School and Nursery
98%
Capacity
410
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Birch Hill Primary School and Nursery
Birch Hill Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bracknell Forest community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 410 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Birch Hill Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michael Dillon, it falls under Bracknell Forest local authority.
Birch Hill Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 97 applications for 50 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Birch Hill Primary School and Nursery include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Football, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Eco Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bracknell Forest, Birch Hill Primary School and Nursery is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Leppington, Bracknell Forest, Bracknell Forest, RG12 7WW |
| Headteacher | Michael Dillon |
| Local Authority | Bracknell Forest |
| Number of Pupils | 410 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.7% |
| School Capacity | 410 / 420 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Oct 2019Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Oct 2019): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Mar 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
97
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Leppington, Bracknell Forest
Bracknell Forest, RG12 7WW
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