Brunel College
Brunel College is an independent school in Salisbury for pupils aged 11 to 16. It has 32 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Brunel College is Good, from an inspection in January 2025. In 2018 its average Attainment 8 score was 7.6, and 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: January 2025. GCSE results: 2018.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Brunel House Mitchell Road Salisbury SP2 7PY |
| Phone | 01722786138 |
| Reference Number | 144514 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 32 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 71.88%
Girls: 28.13% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Brunel College provides a supportive and enriching environment for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), particularly those with social, emotional, and mental health challenges. The school’s focus on meeting emotional needs has resulted in a calm atmosphere where students feel safe and are motivated to learn. With a broad and ambitious curriculum, pupils are able to gain various qualifications, marking a significant step forward in their educational journey. Many students achieve success for the first time in years, preparing them well for post-school opportunities.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 19 Nov 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 19 Nov 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 05 Oct 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 09 Jul 2019 | Additional inspection |
| 15 May 2018 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong curriculum that is broad and ambitious.
- Effective support for students' emotional needs.
- High levels of pupil engagement through extra-curricular activities.
- Successful transitions to further education and training.
- Excellent communication with parents and carers.
- Strong focus on personal development and mental health.
Areas for Improvement
- Some pupils do not receive adequate support in early reading skills.
- Inconsistent attendance and reluctance to engage among some pupils.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 7.6 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 0% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 0% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 43.8% of pupils at Brunel College were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 56.2% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Brunel College's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Brunel College is Good, from an inspection in January 2025.
When was Brunel College last inspected by Ofsted?
Brunel College was last inspected in January 2025.
How many pupils does Brunel College have?
Brunel College has 32 pupils on roll.
What age range does Brunel College cover?
Brunel College for pupils aged 11 to 16.
What are Brunel College's GCSE results?
In 2018 its average Attainment 8 score was 7.6, and 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Brunel College?
Brunel College is at Brunel House, Mitchell Road, Salisbury, SP2 7PY.