The Edith Borthwick School
URN: 115464 • Braintree CM7 2YN
Overview
- Name
- The Edith Borthwick School
- URN
- 115464
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Maggie Loveday (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01376529300
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Enterprise Drive, Braintree CM7 2YN
Summary
The Edith Borthwick School is a community special school located in Braintree, Essex, catering to children and young people aged 3 to 19 with severe and complex learning difficulties, including autism. The school aims to enable every learner to reach and exceed their potential through a tailored educational programme supported by their Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). The school has a capacity of 245 pupils, with current enrolment at 241, and offers a range of specialist facilities, including a sensory garden and animal care areas.
The school prides itself on fostering a safe and supportive environment where learners can thrive. A dedicated team of staff, including an onsite therapy team, works closely with students to address their individual needs. Additionally, Family Key Workers provide essential support to parents and carers, ensuring a cohesive approach to education and wellbeing.
The Edith Borthwick School values respect, encouragement, achievement, care, and fun, creating a welcoming community for all. The school is committed to building strong relationships among learners, staff, and families, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to learning and personal growth.
The school prides itself on fostering a safe and supportive environment where learners can thrive. A dedicated team of staff, including an onsite therapy team, works closely with students to address their individual needs. Additionally, Family Key Workers provide essential support to parents and carers, ensuring a cohesive approach to education and wellbeing.
The Edith Borthwick School values respect, encouragement, achievement, care, and fun, creating a welcoming community for all. The school is committed to building strong relationships among learners, staff, and families, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to learning and personal growth.
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 241 | 186 | 55 | 245 | 42.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 243 | 185 | 58 | 245 | 38.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 244 | 194 | 50 | 245 | 36.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 244 | 194 | 50 | 245 | 36.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 246 | 199 | 47 | 223 | 37.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 236 | 191 | 45 | 235 | 36.70 |
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