Bramcote Hills Primary School

About Bramcote Hills Primary School

Bramcote Hills Primary School sits comfortably above the Nottinghamshire local authority average for its key stage 2 headline measure. While the LA average for pupils reaching the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined sits at 61%, this school achieves 78% — a significant gap that places it second out of 25 schools in the Broxtowe borough and in the top 14% nationally. That outperformance is consistent across individual subjects too: 90% of pupils hit the expected standard in reading, 86% in maths and 83% in writing. The school also pushes a good number of pupils beyond that baseline, with 58% reaching the higher standard in reading and 47% in maths. For parents weighing up options in the area, these figures suggest a school that is delivering well above the norm for its local authority, particularly given that only 14 of the 286 primary schools in Nottinghamshire currently hold an Outstanding Ofsted rating.

Academically, the picture is strong but not flawless. The school’s most recent Ofsted inspection in 2021 rated it Good overall, with behaviour and attitudes judged Outstanding — a notable strength. The quality of education, early years provision, personal development and leadership and management all received Good grades. That’s a step down from its previous inspection in 2006, which was Outstanding across the board, but the current data suggests solid, consistent performance rather than decline. In key stage 2, average scaled scores sit at 110 for reading and 108 for maths, both comfortably above the national benchmark of 100. However, the proportion of pupils reaching the higher standard in writing is lower at 20%, and the combined higher standard across all three subjects is just 15%. That’s not unusual for a state primary, but it’s worth noting if you’re looking for a school that stretches the most able writers.

The school is popular and oversubscribed: for 2025/26 entry, it received 159 applications for 60 places, with 58 first-preference offers made from 60 first-preference applications — a ratio of 2.65 applicants per place. That makes it a competitive choice, so early application is wise. Facilities are decent for a state primary, including a library, gymnasium, playing fields, art studios and an ICT suite. Sports provision covers rounders, swimming, football, cricket, cross country and gymnastics, while clubs include gardening, book club, eco club, choir, drama and art club. The school’s SEND provision is broad, supporting pupils with moderate learning difficulties, social, emotional and mental health needs, speech, language and communication issues, hearing impairment, physical disability and autistic spectrum disorder. With 9.2% of pupils eligible for free school meals — below the national average — the school serves a relatively advantaged catchment. It’s a strong fit for families who prioritise academic outcomes and good behaviour in a well-subscribed local primary.

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