Brackenfield School
Brackenfield School is an independent school in Harrogate for pupils aged 2 to 11. It has 127 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Brackenfield School is Outstanding, from an inspection in May 2016.
Ofsted inspection: May 2016.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 2-11 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 128 Duchy Road Harrogate North Yorkshire HG1 2HE |
| Reference Number | 121757 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 127 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 63.78%
Girls: 36.22% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Brackenfield School is an outstanding institution where pupils make exceptional progress across a range of subjects from their starting points. The school has successfully improved since its last inspection when it was graded as good. Teachers are dedicated and skilled in creating engaging and stimulating learning environments both indoors and outdoors, allowing children to excel academically, creatively, and in sports. The management team, led by a dynamic headteacher, fosters a positive culture of continuous improvement.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 15 Mar 2016 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 15 Mar 2016 | Standard inspection: |
| 11 Nov 2009 | Standard inspection: |
| 30 Jan 2007 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Exceptional progress in a range of subjects.
- Engaging teaching that makes learning fun for pupils.
- Outstanding personal development and welfare of pupils.
- High expectations of behaviour leading to exemplary conduct in school.
- Effective support for pupils with individual needs.
Areas for Improvement
- Attendance information is not readily available for easy trend analysis.
- Meeting minutes lack sufficient detail for tracking issues.
In 2025–26, 18.1% of pupils at Brackenfield School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 1.6% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Brackenfield School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Brackenfield School is Outstanding, from an inspection in May 2016.
When was Brackenfield School last inspected by Ofsted?
Brackenfield School was last inspected in May 2016.
How many pupils does Brackenfield School have?
Brackenfield School has 127 pupils on roll.
What age range does Brackenfield School cover?
Brackenfield School for pupils aged 2 to 11.
Where is Brackenfield School?
Brackenfield School is at 128 Duchy Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 2HE.