Bidwell Brook School

URN: 113643 • Totnes TQ9 6JU

Overview

Name
Bidwell Brook School
URN
113643
Type
Foundation special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
SENtient Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nikki Burroughs (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01803864120
Website
Visit
Address
Shinner's Bridge, Totnes TQ9 6JU

Summary

Bidwell Brook School is a foundation special school located in Totnes, Devon, catering to pupils aged 3 to 19 with Education, Health & Care Plans. With a current enrolment of 153 students, the school aims to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. The ethos of the school is centred around the belief that everyone has a voice and should be included, fostering a sense of community and belonging.

The curriculum at Bidwell Brook is designed to be personalised and adaptable, ensuring that each student's individual needs are met. Core subjects such as Maths, English, and PSHE are complemented by life skills and work experience opportunities, particularly in the upper school and Sixth Form. Regular assessments and person-centred reviews help track progress and set achievable targets for each pupil.

The school actively promotes inclusion within the wider community, maintaining strong links with local mainstream schools. This commitment to partnership extends to parents, professionals, and governors, creating a collaborative approach to education that values the unique contributions of all students.

Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
3 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
SENtient Trust
Capacity
140
Pupils
153
Boys
102
Girls
51
FSM %
46.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 153 102 51 140 46.90
2024-09-11 154 101 53 140 44.70
2023-09-11 159 107 52 140 41.50
2022-09-11 159 107 52 140 41.50
2021-09-11 138 92 46 110 40.50
2020-09-11 138 90 48 110 34.20

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