Howe Park School
81%
Capacity
145
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Howe Park School
Howe Park School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Milton Keynes community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 145 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Howe Park School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Linzi Goodman, it falls under Milton Keynes local authority.
Howe Park School is a popular choice with families — it received 103 applications for 32 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Howe Park School include ICT Suite, Library, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Netball, Gymnastics, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Eco Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Milton Keynes, Howe Park 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 | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bowland Drive, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, MK4 2SH |
| Headteacher | Linzi Goodman |
| Local Authority | Milton Keynes |
| Number of Pupils | 145 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.0% |
| School Capacity | 145 / 180 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed32
103
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bowland Drive, Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes, MK4 2SH
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