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What is Bracken Lane Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Bracken Lane Primary Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2021).

Where is Bracken Lane Primary Academy located?

Bracken Lane Primary Academy is located in Retford, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands, DN22 7EU.

What age range does Bracken Lane Primary Academy serve?

Bracken Lane Primary Academy serves students aged 3 to 11.

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Bracken Lane Primary Academy — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Bracken Lane Primary Academy

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In terms of academic performance, Bracken Lane Primary Academy has 70% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 117 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 19.2%, 4% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 4.4%.

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OfstedGood · 2021KS2 expected70%Attendance95.6%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

Exam & assessment results

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6.9

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Computed from 15 government data points. Not based on student reviews.

Solid54% data coverage

Source: DfE / Ofsted · context only

Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Bracken Lane Primary Academy?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 3–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 117 pupils
SEN support: 13% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 70% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

In context — vs similar-intake schools

The area around this school

Environment score: 62/100

Good surroundings

Air quality64/100

Transport access28/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Bracken Lane Primary Academy

At Bracken Lane Primary Academy, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

77% met the expected standard in reading and 83% in maths.

Attendance at Bracken Lane Primary Academy

Bracken Lane Primary Academy has an overall absence rate of 4.4%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Bracken Lane Primary Academy

The teacher turnover rate at Bracken Lane Primary Academy is 19.2%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Bracken Lane Primary Academy

Bracken Lane Primary Academy has 117 pupils on roll.

4% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

13% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Bracken Lane Primary Academy Ofsted Rating: Good

Bracken Lane Primary Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in December 2021 (4 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Bracken Lane Primary Academy is overdue for reinspection.

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Bracken Lane Primary Academy's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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