MixedIndependent

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.

96

Pupils

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Overview & data

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

GCSE

Learning support & SEN

SEN support
0%
EHC plans
98.96%

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
None
Boarding
No

Inspection reports

Last inspected
25 March 2025
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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.