Brent Knoll School

URN: 100760 • London SE23 2QU

Overview

Name
Brent Knoll School
URN
100760
Type
Foundation special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
*Co-op Brent Knoll and Watergate Co-operative Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
47.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul Shaw (since 2025) , Interim Headteacher
Telephone
02086991047
Website
Visit
Address
Perry Rise, London SE23 2QU

Summary

Brent Knoll School is a Foundation special school located in the London Borough of Lewisham, catering to children aged 4–17 with complex social, communication, and interaction difficulties, including autism. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that meets the diverse needs of its 175 pupils, who benefit from high adult-to-pupil ratios and tailored support strategies.

The curriculum at Brent Knoll is designed to provide individualised pathways for learners, ensuring they develop essential skills for life beyond school. The school implements a range of specialist provisions, including speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, and various interventions to support literacy and numeracy. Additionally, the school promotes independence through initiatives like the Independent Travel Training Programme and community-based learning opportunities.

Brent Knoll values strong partnerships with families and actively engages parents through workshops and forums. The school’s ethos focuses on empowering pupils to become active citizens, with an emphasis on personal development and emotional well-being, ensuring each child can thrive in a supportive and nurturing environment.

Key details

LA
Lewisham
Age range
4 - 17
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
*Co-op Brent Knoll and Watergate Co-operative Trust
Capacity
162
Pupils
175
Boys
137
Girls
38
FSM %
55.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-06-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 175 137 38 162 55.10
2024-09-11 168 134 34 162 51.60
2023-09-11 152 124 28 154 41.40
2022-09-11 152 124 28 154 41.40
2021-09-11 156 127 29 154 44.20
2020-09-11 149 122 27 154 49.00

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