Brettenham Primary School
87%
Capacity
419
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Brettenham Primary School
Brettenham Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Enfield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 419 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Brettenham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Antoinette Goldwater, it falls under Enfield 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 9837th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 54th out of 59 in Enfield.
Brettenham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 108 applications for 49 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
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 Brettenham Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Enfield, Brettenham Primary School is one of the options available in the London 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 | Brettenham Road, London, Enfield, N18 2ET |
| Headteacher | Antoinette Goldwater |
| Local Authority | Enfield |
| Number of Pupils | 419 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.3% |
| School Capacity | 419 / 480 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9837th of 13,686
Nationally
1402nd of 1,592
In London
54th of 59
In Enfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
53%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed49
108
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Brettenham Road, London
Enfield, N18 2ET
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