New Bradwell Primary School
99%
Capacity
623
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About New Bradwell Primary School
New Bradwell Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Milton Keynes community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 623 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated New Bradwell Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sebastian Gray, it falls under Milton Keynes local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7246th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 54 in Milton Keynes.
New Bradwell Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 97 applications for 53 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at New Bradwell Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Gymnastics, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Choir, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Milton Keynes, New Bradwell 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 | None |
| Address | Bounty Street, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, MK13 0BQ |
| Headteacher | Sebastian Gray |
| Local Authority | Milton Keynes |
| Number of Pupils | 623 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.8% |
| School Capacity | 623 / 630 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7246th of 13,686
Nationally
1027th of 2,034
In South East
25th of 54
In Milton Keynes
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
97
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bounty Street, Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes, MK13 0BQ
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