The Bromfords School
URN: 139181 • Wickford SS12 0LZ
Overview
- Name
- The Bromfords School
- URN
- 139181
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- COMPASS EDUCATION TRUST LTD
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 48.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jochen Tree (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01268471201
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Grange Avenue, Wickford SS12 0LZ
Summary
The Bromfords School is a mixed secondary academy located in Wickford, Essex, with a current enrolment of 1,135 students and a capacity of 1,260. The school prides itself on fostering a strong, caring community, grounded in three core values: achievement, enrichment, and preparation for life beyond school. The environment is described as calm and welcoming, aiming to support students in reaching their full potential.
The curriculum at The Bromfords School is diverse and designed to inspire creativity and critical thinking. Subjects offered include Art, Business & Economics, Computing & ICT, Design & Technology, Drama, and English, each focusing on developing relevant skills and knowledge applicable to real-world scenarios. The school emphasizes the importance of both academic and personal growth, encouraging students to engage with a variety of learning experiences.
Additionally, The Bromfords School supports students from various backgrounds, with 22.8% of pupils eligible for free school meals. This commitment to inclusivity reflects the school's ethos of providing opportunities for all students, preparing them for future challenges and success. For more information, visit their website at [The Bromfords School](http://www.bromfords.essex.sch.uk/).
The curriculum at The Bromfords School is diverse and designed to inspire creativity and critical thinking. Subjects offered include Art, Business & Economics, Computing & ICT, Design & Technology, Drama, and English, each focusing on developing relevant skills and knowledge applicable to real-world scenarios. The school emphasizes the importance of both academic and personal growth, encouraging students to engage with a variety of learning experiences.
Additionally, The Bromfords School supports students from various backgrounds, with 22.8% of pupils eligible for free school meals. This commitment to inclusivity reflects the school's ethos of providing opportunities for all students, preparing them for future challenges and success. For more information, visit their website at [The Bromfords School](http://www.bromfords.essex.sch.uk/).
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEN (sen)
- Student Voice (sen)
- SEN Overview (sen)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Click here for Subject Booklet (download)
- Curriculum Map (download)
Nearby alternatives
- Beauchamps High School (76.3)
- The Bromfords School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- COMPASS EDUCATION TRUST LTD
- Capacity
- 1260
- Pupils
- 1135
- Boys
- 577
- Girls
- 558
- FSM %
- 22.80
- Open date
- 2013-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1135 | 577 | 558 | 1260 | 22.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1118 | 582 | 536 | 1260 | 21.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1149 | 593 | 556 | 1260 | 18.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1149 | 593 | 556 | 1260 | 18.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1111 | 555 | 556 | 1260 | 15.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1102 | 551 | 551 | 1260 | 13.50 |
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