Brookfield Community Primary School
95%
Capacity
199
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Brookfield Community Primary School
Brookfield Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Preston community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 199 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Brookfield Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jill Lucas, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12472nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 45 in Preston.
Brookfield Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 27 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
Brookfield Community Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (10 responses).
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 Brookfield Community Primary School include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Cross Country, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Eco Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Preston, Brookfield Community Primary 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Watling Street Road, Preston, Preston, PR2 6TU |
| Headteacher | Jill Lucas |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 199 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.7% |
| School Capacity | 199 / 210 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12472nd of 13,686
Nationally
1850th of 2,065
In North West
39th of 45
In Preston
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
38%
'23/24
40%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
10 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
53
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Watling Street Road, Preston
Preston, PR2 6TU
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