Giles Brook Primary School
88%
Capacity
420
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Giles Brook Primary School
Giles Brook Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Milton Keynes community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 420 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Giles Brook Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Britnell, it falls under Milton Keynes 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 6605th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 54 in Milton Keynes.
Giles Brook Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 166 applications for 58 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Giles Brook Primary School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Netball, Dance, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Milton Keynes, Giles Brook 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Holborn Crescent, Tattenhoe, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, MK4 3GB |
| Headteacher | Claire Britnell |
| Local Authority | Milton Keynes |
| Number of Pupils | 420 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.6% |
| School Capacity | 420 / 480 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6605th of 13,686
Nationally
930th of 2,034
In South East
21st of 54
In Milton Keynes
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
63%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
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
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Giles Brook Primary School
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Contact Information
Holborn Crescent, Tattenhoe, Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes, MK4 3GB
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