Salmons Brook School

About Salmons Brook School

Improving lives by nurturing potential. The school opened as part of the Edact Trust in September 2022 and we are a special school, which caters for young people aged 11-18 with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

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Key Facts

Founded 2022

Head/Principal Ms K Matthews

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 11 responses • 17.5% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

100% positive

My child feels safe at this school

100% positive

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

100.1% positive

The school has high expectations for my child

100% positive

My child does well at this school

100% positive

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 11 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

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

3.2

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

0.4

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-2.47

Progress 8

Well below average

0.0%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

0.0%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

0.0% entered EBacc

0.0% achieved EBacc

12 pupils in cohort

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

Reviews 3

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Lily B.

Parent Jun 1, 2023

4.0

"Mixed Experiences So Far"

We've had a bit of a mixed experience with Salmons Brook School so far. On the one hand, the staff are very friendly and the facilities are great. On the other hand, we've struggled with communication at times and there have been a few issues with bullying. We're hoping things will improve as our child settles in.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily D.

Parent Sep 15, 2022

5.0

"Amazing Support and Care"

We've been so impressed with the nurturing environment at Salmons Brook School. My child has received incredible support and care from the staff, helping them to overcome their SEMH challenges. The facilities are also top-notch! We feel so lucky to be part of this community.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David W.

Parent Feb 20, 2022

4.0

"A Great Place to Grow"

My child attended Salmons Brook School for a few years and we saw a huge transformation in their confidence and abilities. The school's focus on nurturing potential really paid off for them. While there were a few bumps along the way, we were generally very happy with the care and education provided.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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