Brackenbury Primary School
84%
Capacity
194
Pupils
4.4x
Demand
About Brackenbury Primary School
Brackenbury Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Brighton and Hove community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 194 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 230 places).
Ofsted has rated Brackenbury Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lizzie Mullarky, it falls under Brighton and Hove local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9732nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 40 in Brighton and Hove.
Brackenbury Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 105 applications for 24 places, making it 4.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
Brackenbury Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 21 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brackenbury Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Swimming, Rounders, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Eco Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brighton and Hove, Brackenbury Primary School 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Locks Hill, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN41 2LA |
| Headteacher | Lizzie Mullarky |
| Local Authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Number of Pupils | 194 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.1% |
| School Capacity | 194 / 230 (84% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9732nd of 13,686
Nationally
1440th of 2,034
In South East
31st of 40
In Brighton and Hove
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
54%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed24
105
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (22% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Locks Hill, Brighton
Brighton and Hove, BN41 2LA
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