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Brackenfield School, located in the picturesque market town of Harrogate, North Yorkshire, is a leading independent co-educational Nursery and Preparatory day school. Founded in 1977 by Margie Sutcliffe, the school has established itself as a prominent prep school in the area, enjoying over forty years of popularity and is unique in Harrogate for not being directly associated with any senior school. It now even sees former pupils returning as parents, attesting to its enduring appeal and community ties​​.

The school provides education for boys and girls aged from 2 to 11, with a current enrollment of approximately 150 pupils. It's dedicated to delivering a high-quality and well-rounded education, focusing on preparing children for their next educational steps. This dedication is reflected in its nursery, which offers a 50-week-a-year provision focusing on preparing children for reception with coordinated activities that encourage a wide range of key developmental areas​​​​.

Brackenfield School operates on a non-boarding basis and is under the leadership of Headmaster Joe Masterson. Located at 128 Duchy Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 2HE, the school encourages interested parties to arrange visits to experience its environment and ethos firsthand. The school prides itself on its independence, allowing students leaving Year 6 to move on to a mix of independent and state secondary schools, reflecting its broad and inclusive educational approach​​​​.

In terms of fees, Brackenfield School charges day fees per term ranging from £705 to £3,855, although it does not offer scholarships or bursaries. The school has separate day pupil numbers for boys and girls, with 80 boys and 66 girls, indicating a balanced co-educational environment​​.

Head's name: Mr Joe Masterson (Head)

Day fees per term: £705 to £3,855

Scholarships & bursaries: None

Day/boarding type:Day

Gender profile:Coeducational

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