The Brakenhale School

URN: 110047 • Bracknell RG12 7BA

Overview

Name
The Brakenhale School
URN
110047
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
50.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jane Coley (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Rectory Lane, Bracknell RG12 7BA

Summary

The Brakenhale School is a mixed comprehensive secondary school located in Bracknell, serving students aged 11 to 19. Established in 1958, the school has a current capacity of 1,094 students and is part of the Greenshaw Learning Trust, which supports a network of schools focused on comprehensive education. The school moved to a new building in 2020, enhancing its facilities to support modern learning.

Brakenhale School is committed to fostering a supportive community, emphasising the values of aspiration, kindness, and responsibility. The Headteacher, Camilla Douglas, highlights the importance of developing the 'whole' child through various extracurricular activities, including clubs, theatre trips, and the Duke of Edinburgh award, ensuring students are well-prepared for their future careers.

Academically, Brakenhale has seen significant improvements in GCSE and Sixth Form outcomes, attributed to high-quality teaching and a collaborative staff environment. The school maintains positive relationships with local primary schools and is known for its oversubscription, reflecting its reputation within the community.

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Key details

LA
Bracknell Forest
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1094
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2016-03-31
Last Ofsted
2014-03-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Berkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1094
2024-09-11 1094
2023-09-11 1094
2022-09-11 1094
2021-09-11 1094
2020-09-11 1094

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