Kennel Lane School

URN: 110190 • Bracknell RG42 2EX

Overview

Name
Kennel Lane School
URN
110190
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
48.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jennifer Baker (Gibson) (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Kennel Lane, Bracknell RG42 2EX

Summary

Kennel Lane School is a community special school located in Bracknell, serving a mixed-gender population of 199 pupils, with a capacity of 198. The school is dedicated to fostering individual talents and promoting independence among its learners. It operates under the ethos of "Valuing Achievement… Encouraging Independence," aiming to create a supportive and stimulating learning environment that meets the diverse needs of its students.

The school has developed a unique TALENTS curriculum, which focuses on Total Communication, Academic skills, Life Skills, Employability, Nurture, Therapies, and Social skills. This curriculum is tailored to align with each learner's Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP), ensuring a personalized educational journey. In addition, Kennel Lane School emphasizes the importance of strong home-school partnerships to enhance student engagement and attendance.

Kennel Lane School is committed to the holistic development of its learners, encouraging them to become fulfilled individuals and compassionate citizens. The school prioritizes high-quality teaching and aims to diminish educational disadvantages, preparing students for further education, apprenticeships, and the workforce.

Key details

LA
Bracknell Forest
Age range
3 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
198
Pupils
199
Boys
144
Girls
55
FSM %
37.80
Open date
Close date
2024-02-29
Last Ofsted
2019-04-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Berkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 199 144 55 198 37.80
2024-09-11 199 144 55 198 37.80
2023-09-11 198 147 51 198 37.60
2022-09-11 198 147 51 198 37.60
2021-09-11 196 142 54 198 35.90
2020-09-11 195 142 53 196 31.20

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