Broom Barns Primary School

About Broom Barns Primary School

Broom Barns Primary School in Stevenage is a popular choice among local families, and the numbers back that up. For the 2025/26 intake, the school received 86 applications for just 30 places, giving an oversubscription ratio of 2.87. Of those, 35 families put it down as their first preference, and all 30 first-preference applicants were offered a spot. That level of demand suggests a strong reputation in the community, though the school does not publish a parent recommendation percentage. The school is a state primary for mixed genders, ages 4 to 11, with a nursery provision attached. It has a Good rating from Ofsted, a significant improvement from its previous Requires Improvement judgement in 2012. The headteacher is Jayne Currant, and the school serves 236 pupils, very close to its capacity of 240.

Academically, Broom Barns performs well above the local average. In the 2023/24 Key Stage 2 results, 69% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined, compared to the Hertfordshire local authority average of 64%. The school ranks 3rd out of 19 primary schools in Stevenage and sits in the top 50 nationally for this metric. A notable 21% of pupils achieved the higher standard across all three subjects. In individual subjects, 86% met the expected standard in maths, with an average score of 109, and 76% did so in reading, averaging 108. Writing saw 69% at expected and 24% at the higher level. The school’s most recent Ofsted inspection in 2023 confirmed it remains Good, with leadership and management also rated Good. The previous graded inspection in 2014 had already awarded Good overall, so the school has held that rating for over a decade.

The school offers a solid range of facilities, including a sports hall, playing fields, music rooms, a library, an ICT suite, art studios and a chapel. Sports on offer include tennis, athletics, gymnastics, cross country and netball, while clubs include Eco Club, Science Club and Drama. For families with children who have additional needs, Broom Barns lists SEND provisions for specific learning difficulties like dyslexia, moderate learning difficulties, social, emotional and mental health needs, speech and language communication needs, and autistic spectrum disorder. With 42% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the school serves a diverse intake. Given its oversubscription, families should apply early and list it as a first preference to maximise their chances. It suits parents who want a well-regarded local primary with strong academic outcomes and a broad range of activities, all within a short distance of Stevenage.

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