Brookland Infant and Nursery School
113%
Capacity
245
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Brookland Infant and Nursery School
Brookland Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Broxbourne community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 245 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 216 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Brookland Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mandeep Barton, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
Brookland Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 146 applications for 58 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 62 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Visual Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brookland Infant and Nursery School include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Gymnastics, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Book Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broxbourne, Brookland Infant and Nursery School is one of the options available in the East of England 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Elm Drive, Waltham Cross, Broxbourne, EN8 0RX |
| Headteacher | Mandeep Barton |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 245 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.8% |
| School Capacity | 245 / 216 (113% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jun 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
146
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
62 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Elm Drive, Waltham Cross
Broxbourne, EN8 0RX
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