Brookfields Special School
URN: 110186 • Reading RG31 6SW
Overview
- Name
- Brookfields Special School
- URN
- 110186
- 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
- 63.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Catherine Bernie (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01189421382
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sage Road, Reading RG31 6SW
Summary
Brookfields Special School is a community special school located in Reading, West Berkshire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 222 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 218. The school focuses on providing tailored educational support for students with special educational needs, ensuring that each child receives the individual attention they require to thrive academically and socially.
The curriculum at Brookfields is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, incorporating a range of learning strategies that promote academic achievement and personal growth. The school prioritises life skills development, helping students build essential interpersonal, self-management, and leadership abilities. Additionally, Brookfields fosters an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and respect among students.
With a commitment to community engagement, Brookfields Special School actively involves parents and local organisations in the educational journey. This collaborative approach helps create a supportive network for students, enhancing their learning experiences and preparing them for future challenges. For more information, visit their website at www.brookfieldsschool.org.
The curriculum at Brookfields is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, incorporating a range of learning strategies that promote academic achievement and personal growth. The school prioritises life skills development, helping students build essential interpersonal, self-management, and leadership abilities. Additionally, Brookfields fosters an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and respect among students.
With a commitment to community engagement, Brookfields Special School actively involves parents and local organisations in the educational journey. This collaborative approach helps create a supportive network for students, enhancing their learning experiences and preparing them for future challenges. For more information, visit their website at www.brookfieldsschool.org.
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Nearby alternatives
- The Avenue Special School (65.2)
- Addington School (62.9)
- TLG Reading (62.7)
- Cranbury College (60.1)
- University of Reading (58.7)
Key details
- LA
- West Berkshire
- Age range
- 3 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 218
- Pupils
- 222
- Boys
- 155
- Girls
- 67
- FSM %
- 33.30
- Open date
- Close date
- 2025-02-28
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-09-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Berkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 222 | 155 | 67 | 218 | 33.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 229 | 158 | 71 | 218 | 32.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 241 | 169 | 72 | 218 | 30.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 241 | 169 | 72 | 218 | 30.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 226 | 156 | 70 | 218 | 30.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 235 | 158 | 77 | 218 | 13.00 |
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