Burnham Copse Primary School

About Burnham Copse Primary School

Our school is a place which revolves around the needs of our children by supporting their intellectual, physical, emotional, spiritual, social and cultural wellbeing. We pride ourselves on our caring ethos and our after-school Care and Sporting clubs.

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Key Facts

Founded 2008

Head/Principal Alison Armstrong

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 75 responses • 23.9% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

88% positive 12% negative

My child feels safe at this school

85.4% positive 12% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

78.7% positive 16% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

77.3% positive 12% negative

My child does well at this school

80% positive 16% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 75 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

14.3

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

60.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily W Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Happy Child, Happy Parent!"

We moved to the area last year and were initially worried about the school, but Burnham Copse has been a revelation. The facilities are top-notch, the teachers are kind and supportive, and the values of the school really shine through. Our child is happy and thriving, and we couldn't be more grateful.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah T Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 20, 2022

4.0

"Good School, Room for Improvement"

We've been at Burnham Copse for a year now, and while our child is happy and learning, we've had some issues with communication and organisation. The facilities are great, and the staff are generally friendly, but we feel that the school could do more to engage with parents and keep us informed. Still, it's a good school, and we'll stick with it for now.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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David B Unconfirmed

Parent Jul 15, 2021

4.0

"Excellent School, Excellent People"

We had the pleasure of having our child at Burnham Copse for 3 years, and we can't say enough good things about the school. From the excellent facilities to the caring and dedicated staff, every aspect of the school impressed us. Our child made friends and grew in confidence, and we have nothing but praise for the school.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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