Holly Spring Primary School
93%
Capacity
613
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Holly Spring Primary School
Holly Spring 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 613 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 660 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holly Spring Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tracy King, it falls under Bracknell Forest local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9202nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 23 in Bracknell Forest.
Holly Spring Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 126 applications for 90 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 71 were first-preference applications.
Holly Spring Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 1 parents).
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 Holly Spring Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Dance, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Film Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bracknell Forest, Holly Spring 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 | Lily Hill Road, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest, RG12 2SW |
| Headteacher | Tracy King |
| Local Authority | Bracknell Forest |
| Number of Pupils | 613 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.0% |
| School Capacity | 613 / 660 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9202nd of 13,686
Nationally
1369th of 2,034
In South East
17th of 23
In Bracknell Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
1%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
56%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed90
126
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
71 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Holly Spring Primary School
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Contact Information
Lily Hill Road, Bracknell
Bracknell Forest, RG12 2SW
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