Bramfield House School

URN: 124879 • Halesworth IP19 9AB

Overview

Name
Bramfield House School
URN
124879
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Boys
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
49.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ben Price (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01986784235
Website
Visit
Address
Walpole Road, Halesworth IP19 9AB

Summary

Bramfield House School, located in Halesworth, Suffolk, is an independent special school catering exclusively to boys aged 7-16 with social, emotional, and mental health challenges. Established in 1970, the school focuses on providing a nurturing environment where pupils can develop self-esteem and confidence through tailored educational strategies. With a current enrolment of 116 students and a capacity of 136, the school aims to support each child's individual needs while fostering a sense of community and respect.

The curriculum at Bramfield House is designed to be innovative and engaging, incorporating both practical and creative lessons alongside traditional academic subjects. The school boasts specialist facilities, including sports pitches and an RHS-accredited horticulture department, which enhance the learning experience. Small class sizes allow for personalised attention, enabling teachers to build strong relationships with pupils and set realistic, achievable targets.

Bramfield House School prioritises the holistic development of its students, promoting a healthy lifestyle and encouraging responsible citizenship. The ethos of the school is centred on trust and mutual respect, aiming to replace previous educational failures with a positive trajectory towards success and independence.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
7 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
136
Pupils
116
Boys
116
Girls
0
FSM %
Open date
1970-11-20
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 116 116 0 136
2024-09-11 111 111 0 112
2023-09-11 94 94 0 112 0.00
2022-09-11 94 94 0 83 0.00
2021-09-11 81 81 0 83 0.00
2020-09-11 76 76 0 77 0.00

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