Branthwaite Academy
URN: 143723 • Workington CA14 4SS
Overview
- Name
- Branthwaite Academy
- URN
- 143723
- Type
- Free schools special
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- THE EDEN ACADEMY
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 41.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kara Smallman (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01900517632
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Branthwaite Road, Workington CA14 4SS
Summary
Branthwaite Academy, located in Workington, Cumberland, is a free special school dedicated to supporting autistic children and young people. With a current enrolment of 66 pupils, the academy aims to provide a nurturing environment that fosters both academic and personal growth. The school operates with a capacity of 56 and has a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (39.7%).
The academy's mission is to create life-changing opportunities for its students, preparing them for adulthood and helping them lead fulfilling lives. Branthwaite Academy focuses on inclusivity and high expectations, striving to be a centre of excellence for autism in West Cumberland. The school day runs from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, with a total of 30 teaching hours per week.
Branthwaite Academy is committed to community engagement and has recently joined the Eden Academy Trust. The school actively participates in various initiatives, including mental health awareness and sports competitions, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment for students, families, and staff. For more information, visit their website at [branthwaiteacademy.co.uk](https://branthwaiteacademy.co.uk).
The academy's mission is to create life-changing opportunities for its students, preparing them for adulthood and helping them lead fulfilling lives. Branthwaite Academy focuses on inclusivity and high expectations, striving to be a centre of excellence for autism in West Cumberland. The school day runs from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, with a total of 30 teaching hours per week.
Branthwaite Academy is committed to community engagement and has recently joined the Eden Academy Trust. The school actively participates in various initiatives, including mental health awareness and sports competitions, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment for students, families, and staff. For more information, visit their website at [branthwaiteacademy.co.uk](https://branthwaiteacademy.co.uk).
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Nearby alternatives
- Portland School (45.2)
- Workington Sixth Form Centre (45.2)
- West Cumbria Learning Centre (37.3)
Key details
- LA
- Cumberland
- Age range
- 4 - 19
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE EDEN ACADEMY
- Capacity
- 56
- Pupils
- 66
- Boys
- 53
- Girls
- 13
- FSM %
- 39.70
- Open date
- 2019-09-02
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 66 | 53 | 13 | 56 | 39.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 56 | 46 | 10 | 56 | 32.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 55 | 43 | 12 | 56 | 30.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 55 | 43 | 12 | 56 | 30.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 40 | 32 | 8 | 40 | 20.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 32 | 25 | 7 | 25.00 |
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