Brackenwood Junior School
82%
Capacity
197
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About Brackenwood Junior School
Brackenwood Junior School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 197 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 240 places).
Ofsted has rated Brackenwood Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Lees, it falls under Wirral local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7713th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 64 in Wirral.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brackenwood Junior School include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Athletics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, Brackenwood Junior School is one of the options available in the North West 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Norbury Avenue, Wirral, Wirral, CH63 2HH |
| Headteacher | Sarah Lees |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 197 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.3% |
| School Capacity | 197 / 240 (82% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 3 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7713th of 13,686
Nationally
1093rd of 2,065
In North West
24th of 64
In Wirral
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
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Contact Information
Norbury Avenue, Wirral
Wirral, CH63 2HH
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