Brookfield Primary Academy, Mexborough

In its own words: "At Brookfield we understand that everyone has a duty to 'actively promote' the fundamental British values of democracy , the rule of law , individual liberty , mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs. These values were first set out by the government in the 'Prevent' strategy in 2011."

From the headteacher's welcome: "On behalf of all the children, staff, and Governors, I am delighted to welcome you to Brookfield Primary Academy. At Brookfield, we believe every child should have the opportunity to achieve, belong, and thrive. Our school is proudly underpinned by our core values - SPARK: Success, Pride, Ambition, Respect and Kindness - which shape everything we do."

Clubs and activities named on the school's website include football, basketball, yoga and cheerleading.

The school runs a breakfast club from 8:00am and after-school care, from £1.50 per session.

In 2025, 84% of Year 6 pupils at Brookfield Primary Academy reached the expected standard in reading and 80% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 72% and 72% in Rotherham and 77% and 75% across England.

Results rose from 61% in reading and 55% in maths in 2024.

With small year groups, a few pupils can move these figures by several points.

For September 2026 entry, 27 families put Brookfield Primary Academy as their first choice and 55 named it as one of their preferences, for 28 places offered. It had fewer first-choice applications than places. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.

The nearest other state primary schools to Brookfield Primary Academy are Swinton Queen Primary School (0.4 miles, Good, 74% reading, 63% maths); Kilnhurst St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy (0.5 miles, Good, 63% reading, 70% maths); Swinton Fitzwilliam Primary School (0.7 miles, Good, 84% reading, 84% maths); and Kilnhurst Primary School (1 mile, Good, 74% reading, 74% maths).

Brookfield Primary Academy's 2025 results were higher than 3 of these 4 schools.

Brookfield Primary Academy is one of 12 schools run by Aston Community Education Trust, an academy trust.

Across the trust's primary schools, 65% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths in 2024/25.

34.6% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, well above the average state school (25%), and 8.5% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.

In 2026, 42 pupils (16.2%) received SEN support and 5 (1.9%) had an education, health and care plan, against 16.2% and 4.6% at the average state school. The most common need among them is speech, language and communication needs.

The nearest railway station is Swinton (South Yorks) Rail Station, about 500 metres away (roughly a 6-minute walk).

6 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Lime Grove/Hoylake Drive (adjacent), 150 metres away.

In 2024/25, Brookfield Primary Academy issued 15 suspensions, 5.9 for every 100 pupils (the average state school: 6.3), and no permanent exclusions.

The secondary schools closest to Brookfield Primary Academy are Swinton Academy (0.4 miles), Saint Pius X Catholic High School A Specialist School in Humanities (1.3 miles), The Laurel Academy (1.5 miles) and Wath Academy (1.6 miles).