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
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.
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.
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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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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