The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Rated Good by Ofsted (2025).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 6.9 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2025
- The school has significant spare capacity
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
6.9
36.9 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
100% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Specialist provision
SEN unit
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 5–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 39
- Capacity
- 56%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Redcar and Cleveland
- Head
- Mr Steven Graham
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Good
6 official reports linked on this page, including 5 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Old Farm School, Kilton Lane, Brotton, TS12 2TZ
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmWhitecliffe Academy
Primary · 2.0km away
Saint Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy
Primary · 2.0km away
Handale Primary School
Primary · 2.0km away
Badger Hill Academy
Primary · 2.2km away
Hummersea Primary School
Primary · 2.4km away
Freebrough Academy
Secondary · 2.8km away
Kilton Thorpe Specialist Academy
Academy · 3.0km away
Questions parents ask
Is Old Farm School a selective school?
Yes. Old Farm School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is Old Farm School's Ofsted rating?
Old Farm School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in September 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Old Farm School?
Old Farm School currently has 39 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Old Farm School take?
Old Farm School caters for pupils aged 5 to 19.
Where is Old Farm School?
Old Farm School is in Brotton, TS12 2TZ, in the Redcar and Cleveland local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Old Farm School have a sixth form?
Yes, Old Farm School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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