Brocklewood Primary and Nursery School
75%
Capacity
449
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Brocklewood Primary and Nursery School
Brocklewood Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 449 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Brocklewood Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Valeria Oliver, it falls under Nottingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 31% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13210th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 71st out of 72 in Nottingham.
Brocklewood Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 27 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brocklewood Primary and Nursery School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Dance, Athletics, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Gardening, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nottingham, Brocklewood Primary and Nursery 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Fircroft Avenue, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG8 3AL |
| Headteacher | Valeria Oliver |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Number of Pupils | 449 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.8% |
| School Capacity | 449 / 600 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Oct 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (31%)
13210th of 13,686
Nationally
1300th of 1,353
In East Midlands
71st of 72
In Nottingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
31%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
31%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
50
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Fircroft Avenue, Nottingham
Nottingham, NG8 3AL
Journey to School
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