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Brooklands Primary School

Brooklands Primary School

Babergh, CO11 1RXPrimary School·Ages 4-11
Goodby Ofsted

93%

Capacity

266

Pupils

1.8x

Demand

About Brooklands Primary School

Brooklands Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Babergh community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 266 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 285 places).

Ofsted has rated Brooklands Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Christine Davy, it falls under Suffolk local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 88% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 497th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 34 in Babergh.

Brooklands Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 36 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Brooklands Primary School include Art Studios, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Library, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Choir, Science Club and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Babergh, Brooklands Primary 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressPalfrey Heights, Nr Manningtree, Babergh, CO11 1RX
HeadteacherChristine Davy
Local AuthoritySuffolk
Number of Pupils266
Free School Meals (FSM)10.2%
School Capacity266 / 285 (93% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

18 Oct 2022
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Declined
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Outstanding

Source: Ofsted, 4 Dec 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)

497th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 5%

48th of 1,612

In East of England

Top 5%

2nd of 34

In Babergh

Top 10%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

88%

Expected Standard

21%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 109
Expected:97%
Higher:35%
Writing
Expected:91%
Higher:35%
MathsAvg Score: 108
Expected:88%
Higher:47%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +29%

'22/23

59%

'23/24

88%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & Language

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

7
Art StudiosSports HallGymnasiumPlaying FieldsDining HallLibraryChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

9

Sports

DanceRoundersGymnasticsNetball

Clubs & Activities

ChessCodingChoirScience ClubEco Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

36

Applications

65

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio1.8x
0x1x2x3x5x+

35 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.

Frequently Asked Questions About Brooklands Primary School

Brooklands Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01206392291www.brooklands.omat.org.uk

Palfrey Heights, Nr Manningtree

Babergh, CO11 1RX

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Palfrey Heights, Nr Manningtree

Babergh, CO11 1RX

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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