Brambles School
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 6-14 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 29 Ashworth Lane Mottram Cheshire SK14 6NT |
| Reference Number | 140814 |
Brambles School is performing well overall, with an overall effectiveness rating of 'Good'. The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment where pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) thrive academically and personally. The curriculum is designed with high aspirations for pupils, and it offers exceptional opportunities for personal development, preparing them well for life beyond school. Pupils feel safe and supported, and their positive attitudes toward learning are evident as they successfully transition back to mainstream education. However, the school acknowledges the need for further refinement in some curricular areas to enhance learning outcomes fully.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 4 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 100%
Girls: 0% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 0% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 100% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 11 Feb 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Feb 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 21 Sep 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 12 Dec 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 03 Feb 2015 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong, positive relationships between pupils and caring staff.
- High expectations for pupil success and effective emotional support.
- Exceptional personal development opportunities tailored to pupil needs.
- Broad and ambitious curriculum that includes essential life skills.
- Effective transition processes for pupils returning to mainstream schools.
Areas for Improvement
- Some subjects require better-defined knowledge and sequencing.
- Assessment information not used effectively in certain areas to inform next steps in learning.
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