Brookside Primary School

URN: 123007 • Bicester OX26 2DB

Overview

Name
Brookside Primary School
URN
123007
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nicholas Cornell (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01869252482
Website
Visit
Address
Bucknell Road, Bicester OX26 2DB

Summary

Brookside Primary School, located in Bicester, Oxfordshire, serves children aged 3 to 11 and is committed to providing a rich educational experience that fosters academic, social, and cultural development. The school has a capacity of 315 pupils and currently accommodates 309 students, with 25.3% eligible for free school meals. In its latest Ofsted inspection in March 2025, Brookside received a 'Good' rating across all areas.

The school offers a well-rounded curriculum designed to develop knowledge and skills across various subjects. Facilities include a vibrant Foundation Stage Unit for younger children, dedicated Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 buildings, and access to extracurricular activities led by staff. The school day runs from 8:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., with additional options for breakfast and after-school clubs.

Admissions for Reception are open for children born between September 1, 2019, and August 31, 2020, with a deadline of January 15, 2024. Nursery places are available for children from the term after they turn three, and parents are encouraged to apply early to secure a spot. Further details on admissions and school policies can be found on the school's website.

Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
315
Pupils
309
Boys
149
Girls
160
FSM %
25.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-10-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 309 149 160 315 25.30
2024-09-11 320 158 162 315 22.10
2023-09-11 317 161 156 315 23.40
2022-09-11 317 161 156 315 23.40
2021-09-11 318 170 148 315 20.50
2020-09-11 315 161 154 315 17.00

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