The Breakspear School
93%
Capacity
672
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About The Breakspear School
The Breakspear School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hillingdon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 672 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 720 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Elisa Woolley, it falls under Hillingdon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1147th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 55 in Hillingdon.
The Breakspear School is a popular choice with families — it received 236 applications for 90 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 109 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 The Breakspear School include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Cricket, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Book Club, Art Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hillingdon, The Breakspear School is one of the options available in the London 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 | Bushey Road, Ickenham, Hillingdon, UB10 8JA |
| Headteacher | Elisa Woolley |
| Local Authority | Hillingdon |
| Number of Pupils | 672 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.0% |
| School Capacity | 672 / 720 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1147th of 13,686
Nationally
290th of 1,592
In London
2nd of 55
In Hillingdon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
82%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed90
236
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
109 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Breakspear School
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Contact Information
Bushey Road, Ickenham
Hillingdon, UB10 8JA
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