Bracken Lane Primary Academy
110%
Capacity
231
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Bracken Lane Primary Academy
Bracken Lane Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bassetlaw community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 231 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bracken Lane Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lucy Spacey, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4226th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 44 in Bassetlaw.
Bracken Lane Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 85 applications for 30 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bracken Lane Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Netball, Athletics, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bassetlaw, Bracken Lane Primary Academy is one of the options available in the East Midlands 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 | Bracken Lane, Retford, Bassetlaw, DN22 7EU |
| Headteacher | Lucy Spacey |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 231 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.8% |
| School Capacity | 231 / 210 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 Dec 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 14 Feb 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4226th of 13,686
Nationally
375th of 1,353
In East Midlands
11th of 44
In Bassetlaw
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
85
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bracken Lane, Retford
Bassetlaw, DN22 7EU
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