Brandles School

About Brandles School

Brandles School is a secondary school that specialises in catering for boys with emotional, behavioural and mental health needs. It is a successful, warm, welcoming, happy school with a huge range of clubs, visits and other enrichment opportunities for our young people.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr P Smith

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.3

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

20.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

3.5

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

3.9

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-2.46

Progress 8

Well below average

0.0%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

6.3%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

0.0% entered EBacc

0.0% achieved EBacc

16 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Emily W Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Exceptional Support for Our Son"

My family and I have been blown away by the care and dedication of the staff at Brandles School. They have been incredibly supportive of our son, who has faced significant challenges in the past. The emphasis on respect, self-esteem and confidence has really resonated with us, and we feel confident that he is in a nurturing environment.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rebecca M Unconfirmed

Parent Aug 1, 2022

5.0

"An Amazing School That Truly Cares"

We've been blown away by the level of care and support that our son has received at Brandles School. The staff are all so passionate about what they do, and it really shows in the way they interact with the students. The school's values of respect, self-esteem and confidence are truly embedded, and we feel lucky to have found such an amazing school for our son.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah T Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 1, 2022

4.0

"Positive Experience, but Some Areas for Improvement"

We've been generally pleased with Brandles School so far, but there are a few areas where we feel the school could improve. Communication between teachers and parents could be better, and we've had some issues with the school's IT systems. However, the staff are clearly committed to the school's values, and we appreciate the emphasis on respect and self-esteem.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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James B Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 1, 2021

5.0

"Truly Life-Changing Experience for Our Son"

Our son attended Brandles School a few years ago, and it was a truly life-changing experience for him. The school's focus on individual strengths and pastoral care was exactly what he needed, and he thrived under the guidance of the excellent teachers and support staff.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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