Brookfield Primary School
95%
Capacity
249
Pupils
4.4x
Demand
About Brookfield Primary School
Brookfield Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Derby community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 249 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 262 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Brookfield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katy Smith, it falls under Derby local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2377th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 58 in Derby.
Brookfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 133 applications for 30 places, making it 4.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brookfield Primary School include Forest School, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Athletics, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Coding, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derby, Brookfield Primary 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 | The Hollow, Derby, Derby, DE3 0BW |
| Headteacher | Katy Smith |
| Local Authority | Derby |
| Number of Pupils | 249 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.7% |
| School Capacity | 249 / 262 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2377th of 13,686
Nationally
197th of 1,353
In East Midlands
4th of 58
In Derby
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
76%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
133
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Brookfield Primary School
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Contact Information
The Hollow, Derby
Derby, DE3 0BW
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