Browns School
Orpington, Bromley, Greater London · BR6 7PH
Browns School is a small independent in Orpington, with around 96 pupils on roll. The intimate scale gives it a markedly different feel from larger secondary schools, and admission begins at age 11. Led by Mr George Mitchell, the school is inspected by the ISI and has no religious affiliation. Families considering it should weigh the published academic figures carefully alongside the close-knit environment a school of this size can offer.
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 96
- Location
- Orpington, Bromley, Greater London
- Website
- www.brownsschool.co.uk
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr George Mitchell
Latest results
Attainment 8
4.8
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Pupils work towards GCSEs, and the school's recent results sit well below national benchmarks. Its average Attainment 8 score is 4.8, against a national average of 46.9, and no pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and Maths, compared with a national average of 47%. Prospective parents may wish to discuss these outcomes directly with the school and understand the context behind them.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 0%
- EHC plans
- 98.96%
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Last inspected
- 25 March 2025
The last word
A genuinely small independent in Orpington where the published GCSE outcomes warrant close scrutiny before applying.
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Browns School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Browns School located?
Browns School is located at Hawstead Lane, Chelsfield, Hawstead Lane, Orpington, BR6 7PH.
What type of school is Browns School?
Browns School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.
How many pupils attend Browns School?
Browns School has approximately 96 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.