Bracken Leas Primary School
100%
Capacity
422
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Bracken Leas Primary School
Bracken Leas Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Northamptonshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 422 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Bracken Leas Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paula Harwood, it falls under West Northamptonshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10098th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 106th out of 134 in West Northamptonshire.
Bracken Leas Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 140 applications for 60 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 74 were first-preference applications.
Bracken Leas Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 99% recommending the school (125 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bracken Leas Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Cross Country, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Coding, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Northamptonshire, Bracken Leas Primary School 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Magdalen Meadows, Brackley, West Northamptonshire, NN13 6LF |
| Headteacher | Paula Harwood |
| Local Authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Number of Pupils | 422 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.6% |
| School Capacity | 422 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 May 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10098th of 13,686
Nationally
963rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
106th of 134
In West Northamptonshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
125 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
140
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
74 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bracken Leas Primary School
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Contact Information
Magdalen Meadows, Brackley
West Northamptonshire, NN13 6LF
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