Brantwood Specialist School

URN: 136936 • Sheffield S7 1NU

Overview

Name
Brantwood Specialist School
URN
136936
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
48.6 / 100
School thumbnail

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rae Stevenson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01142589062
Website
Visit
Address
1 Kenwood Bank, Sheffield S7 1NU

Summary

Brantwood Specialist School, part of the Ruskin Mill Trust, is an independent special school located in Sheffield. Catering to a mixed-gender population of 51 pupils, the school focuses on providing holistic education tailored to individual needs. With a capacity for 55 students, Brantwood employs the Practical Skills Therapeutic Education method, which integrates practical skills with therapeutic approaches to support students with additional needs.

The curriculum at Brantwood is designed to be flexible and responsive, allowing for personalized timetables that address the unique biographies and potential of each student. The school emphasizes experiential learning through craft and land-based activities, fostering both personal development and practical skills. Recent projects, such as collaborative art exhibitions, highlight the school’s commitment to community engagement and creative expression.

Parents have noted the exceptional support provided by the staff, who are dedicated to nurturing each child's growth and well-being. Brantwood Specialist School aims to create a supportive environment where students can thrive and develop their potential in a caring community.

Key details

LA
Sheffield
Age range
7 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
55
Pupils
51
Boys
32
Girls
19
FSM %
Open date
2011-07-13
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-06-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
South Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 51 32 19 55
2024-09-11 53 36 17 55
2023-09-11 51 41 10 55 0.00
2022-09-11 51 41 10 55 0.00
2021-09-11 49 40 9 51 0.00
2020-09-11 34 29 5 50 0.00

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.

Add a review

Please sign in to post a review. Go to login

Are you the school owner?

Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.

Requires login