Bracken Edge Primary School

A good community school school in Leeds. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Bracken Edge Primary School.

Leeds, LS74HE Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

46

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
37.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 44.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
42.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 4.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
7 February 2018
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Bracken Edge Primary School
Newton Garth
Leeds, LS74HE

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
107909
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Bracken Edge Primary School, Newton Garth, Leeds, LS7 4HE
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
562 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
427
Free School Meals
33.1% (141 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
0.7% (3 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
90.8%
Good
Persistent Absence
33.9%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
44.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
4.0%
Reading Score:
104.0
Maths Score:
103.0
Grammar Score:
103.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 103.0 104.0
2023 97.0 100.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
24 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
47
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
427 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+5.0 per year)

Up 5.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Belong Enjoy Persevere Succeed"

Belong Enjoy Persevere Succeed

Bracken Edge follows the Leeds RE agreed syllabus, teaching about the main religions and cultures; class assemblies and Equality & Diversity Days promote understanding of beliefs and differences.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome message from Headteacher Miss Caroline Carr highlighting Bracken Edge's facilities (art space with kiln and woods), a diverse community of around 450 pupils, and a strong emphasis on welcoming families and the community to provide the best educational experience.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Singing Cheerleading Cricket

Sports

Cricket

Facilities

Art space with kiln Woods Nature garden Pond Chicken coop Goats Vegetable plot

Curriculum Highlights

Reading is a priority with diverse books Outdoor learning in woodland area with goats and chickens Bushcraft activities Wide range of after-school clubs including singing, cheerleading and cricket

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

HIVE: Before and afterschool club (Wrap around care for Reception to Y6 pupils).

SEND Provision

Bracken Edge is committed to providing inclusive education for all pupils including those with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND). Teachers plan lessons to meet the needs of all learners, SENCo coordinates provision, and a pupil's provision is outlined on a support plan reviewed termly. The Leeds Local Offer and SENDIASS information are available to parents.

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