Brunswick House Primary School
99%
Capacity
415
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Brunswick House Primary School
Brunswick House Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Maidstone community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 415 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Brunswick House Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Wendy Skinner, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8557th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 44 in Maidstone.
Brunswick House Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 166 applications for 58 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brunswick House Primary School include Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Library, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Maidstone, Brunswick House Primary School is one of the options available in the South East 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Leafy Lane, Maidstone, Maidstone, ME16 0QQ |
| Headteacher | Wendy Skinner |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 415 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.1% |
| School Capacity | 415 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Mar 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8557th of 13,686
Nationally
1276th of 2,034
In South East
29th of 44
In Maidstone
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
58%
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
7Facilities 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
166
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Brunswick House Primary School
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Contact Information
Leafy Lane, Maidstone
Maidstone, ME16 0QQ
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