Brentwood School

URN: 106391 • Sale M33 4GY

Overview

Name
Brentwood School
URN
106391
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
69.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Judith Lomas (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01619052371
Website
Visit
Address
Cherry Lane, Sale M33 4GY

Summary

Brentwood School is a community special school located in Sale, Trafford, catering to 169 pupils with severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), autism, and complex needs. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every student is valued and supported to develop their social, emotional, and academic skills. Brentwood aims to foster independence and happiness, preparing students to become valued members of their community.

The curriculum at Brentwood is tailored to meet individual needs, focusing on life skills and outcomes for adulthood. Students benefit from a range of facilities, including hydrotherapy, sensory gardens, and dedicated therapy services, which include physiotherapy and speech and language therapy. The school employs a total communication approach and offers various therapeutic interventions to support student learning and well-being.

Brentwood School serves students from local special needs primary schools and mainstream schools, including those from neighbouring boroughs. The school promotes physical activity and well-being through partnerships, such as being a Manchester United Hub School, ensuring students have access to diverse health and fitness opportunities.

Key details

LA
Trafford
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
120
Pupils
169
Boys
118
Girls
51
FSM %
41.20
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-06-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 169 118 51 120 41.20
2024-09-11 148 100 48 120 38.20
2023-09-11 123 84 39 120 34.40
2022-09-11 123 84 39 120 34.40
2021-09-11 115 78 37 120 36.40
2020-09-11 113 77 36 120 28.20

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