The Bridge School
URN: 147162 • Ipswich IP8 3ND
Overview
- Name
- The Bridge School
- URN
- 147162
- Type
- Academy special sponsor led
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tina Sharman (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01473556200
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sprites Lane, Ipswich IP8 3ND
Summary
The Bridge School, located in Ipswich, Suffolk, is a mixed academy special sponsor-led institution catering to 216 pupils. The school is dedicated to making remarkable changes in the lives of its students, focusing on providing a supportive and inclusive environment. With a significant percentage of pupils (43.5%) eligible for free school meals, The Bridge School is committed to addressing the diverse needs of its community.
The curriculum at The Bridge School is tailored to foster independent movement and communication skills, with a strong emphasis on personal development. The school has achieved recognition as a MOVE Accredited Centre and an Inclusion Quality Mark Centre of Excellence, reflecting its commitment to inclusive education. The recent Ofsted inspection praised the school's curriculum and communication strategies, highlighting its effectiveness in supporting students' learning.
The Bridge School actively engages with parents and the wider community through various initiatives, including parent forums and events. The school provides resources and support for families, ensuring that students receive the necessary assistance for their educational journey. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.thebridgeschool.org.uk.
The curriculum at The Bridge School is tailored to foster independent movement and communication skills, with a strong emphasis on personal development. The school has achieved recognition as a MOVE Accredited Centre and an Inclusion Quality Mark Centre of Excellence, reflecting its commitment to inclusive education. The recent Ofsted inspection praised the school's curriculum and communication strategies, highlighting its effectiveness in supporting students' learning.
The Bridge School actively engages with parents and the wider community through various initiatives, including parent forums and events. The school provides resources and support for families, ensuring that students receive the necessary assistance for their educational journey. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.thebridgeschool.org.uk.
Useful links
- Key Skills (download)
- The Bridge at Bramford Lane (download)
- Admissions (other)
- IQM Centre of Excellence School achieves Inclusion Quality Mark (other)
- Policies & Documents (other)
- Term dates (other)
- Terms & Conditions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- First Base Ipswich Academy (72.7)
- First Base, Ipswich (72.7)
- Parkside Pupil Referral Unit (60.2)
- University of Suffolk (60.2)
- Westbridge Pupil Referral Unit (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- Suffolk
- Age range
- 4 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 216
- Boys
- 154
- Girls
- 62
- FSM %
- 43.50
- Open date
- 2019-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-28
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Suffolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 216 | 154 | 62 | 43.50 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 182 | 128 | 54 | 42.50 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 160 | 116 | 44 | 38.80 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 160 | 116 | 44 | 38.80 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 151 | 105 | 46 | 35.80 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 152 | 110 | 42 | 30.30 |
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