Great Hollands Primary School
64%
Capacity
278
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Great Hollands Primary School
Great Hollands Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bracknell Forest community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 278 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Great Hollands Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Richard Ferris, it falls under Bracknell Forest local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3059th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 23 in Bracknell Forest.
Great Hollands Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 44 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 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 Great Hollands Primary School include Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Football, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Choir, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bracknell Forest, Great Hollands 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 | Wordsworth, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest, RG12 8YR |
| Headteacher | Richard Ferris |
| Local Authority | Bracknell Forest |
| Number of Pupils | 278 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.1% |
| School Capacity | 278 / 432 (64% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
3059th of 13,686
Nationally
405th of 2,034
In South East
3rd of 23
In Bracknell Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
85%
'23/24
74%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
70
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wordsworth, Bracknell
Bracknell Forest, RG12 8YR
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