Burleigh Primary School
99%
Capacity
415
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Burleigh Primary School
Burleigh Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Broxbourne community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 415 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Burleigh Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nick Norman, it falls under Hertfordshire 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 8568th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 26 in Broxbourne.
Burleigh Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 151 applications for 60 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 66 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 Burleigh Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Football, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Art Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broxbourne, Burleigh 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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Blindmans Lane, Waltham Cross, Broxbourne, EN8 9DP |
| Headteacher | Nick Norman |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 415 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.4% |
| School Capacity | 415 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 3 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8568th of 13,686
Nationally
927th of 1,612
In East of England
17th of 26
In Broxbourne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
151
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
66 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Burleigh Primary School
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Contact Information
Blindmans Lane, Waltham Cross
Broxbourne, EN8 9DP
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