Rickley Park Primary School
99%
Capacity
456
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Rickley Park Primary School
Rickley Park 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 456 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 459 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rickley Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicole Bramwell, it falls under Milton Keynes local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10174th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 54 in Milton Keynes.
Rickley Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 132 applications for 60 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rickley Park Primary School include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Library, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Football, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Milton Keynes, Rickley Park 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 | Rickley Lane, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, MK3 6EW |
| Headteacher | Nicole Bramwell |
| Local Authority | Milton Keynes |
| Number of Pupils | 456 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.0% |
| School Capacity | 456 / 459 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 May 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jan 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10174th of 13,686
Nationally
1520th of 2,034
In South East
43rd of 54
In Milton Keynes
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
52%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
132
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
59 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rickley Lane, Bletchley
Milton Keynes, MK3 6EW
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