Brimble Hill Special School

URN: 143013 • Swindon SN25 2NB

Overview

Name
Brimble Hill Special School
URN
143013
Type
Academy special converter
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
BRUNEL ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Sumner (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01793493900
Website
Visit
Address
Tadpole Lane, Swindon SN25 2NB

Summary

Brimble Hill Special School, located in Swindon, is an academy special converter catering to children with severe or profound and multiple learning difficulties. The school operates across two sites, Tadpole Lane and Walsingham Road, and currently serves 122 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 94. Brimble Hill is part of the Brunel Academies Trust and is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every child is valued and respected.

The school's curriculum is designed to be engaging and relevant, delivered through a topic-based approach that emphasizes learning through play and hands-on experiences. Brimble Hill aims to equip students with essential life skills, including communication, social, emotional, and personal care skills, while ensuring that each pupil's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) is effectively implemented.

Brimble Hill places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and creating a nurturing atmosphere where children can develop independence and resilience. The school encourages positive relationships among staff and pupils, fostering a sense of belonging and community engagement, preparing students for their future transitions.

Key details

LA
Swindon
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
BRUNEL ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
94
Pupils
122
Boys
90
Girls
32
FSM %
31.10
Open date
2018-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Wiltshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 122 90 32 94 31.10
2024-09-11 103 80 23 94 36.90
2023-09-11 101 76 25 94 43.60
2022-09-11 101 76 25 94 43.60
2021-09-11 98 74 24 85 35.70
2020-09-11 100 73 27 85 37.00

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