The Brier School
URN: 103878 • Kingswinford DY6 8QN
Overview
- Name
- The Brier School
- URN
- 103878
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 76.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Stanton (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01384816000
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bromley Lane, Kingswinford DY6 8QN
Summary
The Brier School is a community special school located in Kingswinford, Dudley, catering to 203 pupils aged 4 to 16, including those with moderate and complex physical, learning, and communication difficulties, many of whom have a diagnosis of Autism. The school operates under the Ascent Multi Academy Trust and has maintained an outstanding Ofsted rating since 2008, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards and a supportive learning environment.
The school's ethos, encapsulated in the motto "Preparing for life – building on our strengths," focuses on nurturing each child's unique abilities to help them achieve their full potential. The curriculum is designed to be Ambitious, Inclusive, and Meaningful (AIM High), ensuring that all pupils receive a tailored education that prepares them for life beyond school. The Brier School promotes a culture of inclusivity, well-being, and respect, fostering a safe space where children can thrive academically and socially.
Collaboration with parents and carers is a key aspect of the school's approach, enhancing the educational experience and supporting the holistic development of each pupil. The Brier School also actively promotes British values, encouraging students to engage with their community and understand the diverse society in which they live.
The school's ethos, encapsulated in the motto "Preparing for life – building on our strengths," focuses on nurturing each child's unique abilities to help them achieve their full potential. The curriculum is designed to be Ambitious, Inclusive, and Meaningful (AIM High), ensuring that all pupils receive a tailored education that prepares them for life beyond school. The Brier School promotes a culture of inclusivity, well-being, and respect, fostering a safe space where children can thrive academically and socially.
Collaboration with parents and carers is a key aspect of the school's approach, enhancing the educational experience and supporting the holistic development of each pupil. The Brier School also actively promotes British values, encouraging students to engage with their community and understand the diverse society in which they live.
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Nearby alternatives
- The Brier School (37.9)
Key details
- LA
- Dudley
- Age range
- 4 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 200
- Pupils
- 203
- Boys
- 150
- Girls
- 53
- FSM %
- 38.90
- Open date
- Close date
- 2025-05-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-02-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 203 | 150 | 53 | 200 | 38.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 190 | 138 | 52 | 150 | 37.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 164 | 122 | 42 | 150 | 36.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 164 | 122 | 42 | 150 | 36.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 165 | 120 | 45 | 150 | 37.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 155 | 114 | 41 | 150 | 31.60 |
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