Breckland School
URN: 138250 • Brandon IP27 0PE
Overview
- Name
- Breckland School
- URN
- 138250
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 68.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Toni Kittle (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01842819501
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Crown Street, Brandon IP27 0PE
Summary
Breckland School is a mixed secondary free school located in Brandon, Suffolk, catering to students aged 11 to 16. With a current enrolment of 613 pupils, the school has a capacity for 620 students. The school is committed to fostering an environment of excellence, where high expectations and a culture of respect, honesty, and kindness are paramount. Breckland School aims to inspire students to reach their full potential while feeling valued and included within the school community.
The curriculum at Breckland School is designed to engage students in their learning and prepare them for future challenges. The school emphasizes evidence-informed teaching practices and provides a supportive atmosphere where students can thrive academically and personally. Staff members are dedicated to understanding each student's individual strengths and needs, ensuring that all students receive the necessary support to succeed.
Breckland School places a strong emphasis on positive relationships and constructive behaviour, creating a calm and purposeful learning environment. The school actively promotes student well-being and encourages participation in various enrichment activities, fostering a sense of community and belonging among students and families.
The curriculum at Breckland School is designed to engage students in their learning and prepare them for future challenges. The school emphasizes evidence-informed teaching practices and provides a supportive atmosphere where students can thrive academically and personally. Staff members are dedicated to understanding each student's individual strengths and needs, ensuring that all students receive the necessary support to succeed.
Breckland School places a strong emphasis on positive relationships and constructive behaviour, creating a calm and purposeful learning environment. The school actively promotes student well-being and encourages participation in various enrichment activities, fostering a sense of community and belonging among students and families.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND and Student Support (sen)
- Read More (calendar)
- Breckland School Calendar (calendar)
- Complaints Policy (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies & Documents (other)
- 01842 819501 (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Terms and Conditions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Sybil Andrews Academy (73.8)
- Mildenhall College Academy (73.1)
- Debenham Church of England Voluntary Controlled High School (70.2)
- Thomas Mills High School (70.2)
- Ixworth High School (70.0)
Key details
- LA
- Suffolk
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 620
- Pupils
- 613
- Boys
- 317
- Girls
- 296
- FSM %
- 24.10
- Open date
- 2012-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Suffolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 613 | 317 | 296 | 620 | 24.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 607 | 317 | 290 | 610 | 24.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 549 | 279 | 270 | 570 | 18.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 549 | 279 | 270 | 500 | 18.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 513 | 258 | 255 | 500 | 13.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 499 | 238 | 261 | 500 | 11.70 |
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