# Brunel School — Paignton, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Special
- **Parent rating:** 4.7/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Principal:** Vikki Alden

## Contact

- **Address:** 170b Torquay Road, Paignton, Devon
- **Phone:** 01803 665522
- **Website:** https://www.brunelschool.org
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/paignton/brunel-school-23475

## About

Brunel School is a specialist provision for learners aged 11 to 16-years-old whose needs cannot be met within a mainstream environment. All students have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) in relation to their Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. A strong wrap-around approach at the school enables learners to build their confidence, overcome barriers to learning and progress to a positive next step in their lives.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Behaviour and Attitudes):** Requires Improvement — Feb 2020
- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — Feb 2020
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Requires Improvement — Feb 2020
- **Ofsted (Personal Development):** Good — Feb 2020
- **Ofsted (Quality of Education):** Requires Improvement — Feb 2020

## Recent parent reviews

- **4/5** — Some Positives, But Room for Improvement: My child has been attending Brunel School for a year now and while there have been some ups and downs, I do think it's a good school. The behaviour team is really supportive and the safeguarding procedures are robust. However, I do think the communication with parents could be better and there are sometimes issues with the food. *(Feb 2023)*
- **5/5** — Helped My Child Thrive: My child attended Brunel School for two years and it was a really positive experience for them. The Prosper Hub was particularly helpful in supporting their transition to further education. I only wish they could have stayed for longer! *(Jan 2023)*
- **5/5** — A School That Truly Cares: I was a bit apprehensive about sending my child to a specialist school, but from the moment we visited Brunel, I knew it was the right place for them. The staff are kind, the facilities are modern and the curriculum is engaging. My child has really thrived here. *(Sep 2022)*
- **5/5** — A Safe Haven for My Child: My child has been attending Brunel School for a year now and it has been a game-changer. The staff are amazing, the facilities are excellent and the values they instill in the children are fantastic. I feel so grateful to have found a school that can meet my child's needs. *(Jun 2022)*

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