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Brunswick Primary School

Brunswick Primary School

Brighton and Hove, BN3 1RPPrimary School·Ages 4-11
R. Improvementby Ofsted

72%

Capacity

671

Pupils

3.0x

Demand

About Brunswick Primary School

Brunswick Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Brighton and Hove community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 671 pupils on roll, operating at 72% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Brunswick Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Easton, it falls under Brighton and Hove local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6863rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 40 in Brighton and Hove.

Brunswick Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 140 applications for 47 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 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 Brunswick Primary School include Music Rooms, Forest School, Library, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Rounders, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Choir, Drama.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Brighton and Hove, Brunswick 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressSomerhill Road, Hove, Brighton and Hove, BN3 1RP
HeadteacherAmanda Easton
Local AuthorityBrighton and Hove
Number of Pupils671
Free School Meals (FSM)20.9%
School Capacity671 / 936 (72% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

18 Jun 2024
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Overall Effectiveness

Requires improvement

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

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 11 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)

6863rd of 13,686

Nationally

Top 50%

966th of 2,034

In South East

Top 50%

18th of 40

In Brighton and Hove

Top 50%

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

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

63%

Expected Standard

5%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 107
Expected:88%
Higher:40%
Writing
Expected:76%
Higher:6%
MathsAvg Score: 104
Expected:71%
Higher:24%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +22%

'22/23

41%

'23/24

63%

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

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguagePhysicalLearning Difficulty

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

Facilities

7
Music RoomsForest SchoolLibraryArt StudiosICT SuitePlaying FieldsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

8

Sports

Cross CountrySwimmingRoundersGymnastics

Clubs & Activities

GardeningArt ClubChoirDrama

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

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

47

Applications

140

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio3.0x
0x1x2x3x5x+

39 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Brunswick Primary School

Brunswick Primary School has been rated "Requires Improvement" by Ofsted. This means the school is not yet good, but inspectors believe it can improve with the right support and changes.

Contact Information

01273711816www.brunswick.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Somerhill Road, Hove

Brighton and Hove, BN3 1RP

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Somerhill Road, Hove

Brighton and Hove, BN3 1RP

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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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