Description
Bramfield House School is Independent Secondary school in Not applicable for kids aged 7 to 16 (Gender - 7 to 16 )
Bramfield House School was established in 1970 as a specialist provision for pupils with social, emotional, mental health, communication difficulties and associated challenging behaviours. It is an all boys establishment catering for an age range of 7-16 and is registered for 74 pupils. It is situated in rural Suffolk 10 minutes drive from the heritage coast. The residential accommodation consists of the main house sitting in 10 acres of gardens and 1 mile from the centre of the village of Bramfield. The classroom facilities are independently placed within the grounds and consist of purpose made specialist subject provisions.Alongside the school site we provide a separate residential accommodation called Ibstock House that caters for the further development of pupil’s independence skills. This house has its own designated classroom and gardens, approximately ¾ of an acre and can support up to 6 boarding pupils. Both can access the numerous on-site resources on offer, including an indoor heated swimming pool, gymnasium, multi-gym, pool tables and table tennis table, full size sports pitches and outdoor adventure trail, amongst a host of other in- house activities and interests.
Facilities
Key Stage 2
The youngest learners are also newest to the school, and often returning to education for the first time after significant periods out of school and other learning situations. Core subject catch-up and learning to learn and social skills development are emphasised.All KS2 classes have a maximum of 8 pupils with a teacher supported by dedicated youth coaches and pastoral team members. There is also additional support available in the Communal area of the lower school if required
Key Stage 3
Pupils follow different pathways during key stage 3 depending on their needs. Some pupils receive education through a consistent teacher across subjects whilst others transition between spcialist teaching staff on a regular basis. In addition to the core curriculum, pupils are given the opportunity for accreditation at Entry level and functional skills in Maths, English. KS3 pupils also have the opportunity to participate in a number of vocational offers including motor mechanics, construction, land based studies and many more.Social, moral, spiritual and cultural (SMSC) aspects of learning are incorporated into planning across the curriculum as well as issues being addressed directly into the PSHE programme.
Key Stage 4
In years 10 and 11, pupils undertake an education pathway to best meet their needs and achieve accreditation in various subjects. GCSE’s are currently taken in Art, Science, Maths, English and 3D Design, Statistics and Geography. Other accreditation options for pupils include Gateway Level 1 Qualifications in motor mechanics, construction, sport and land based studies. All subject areas in Key Stage 4 are taught by subject specialists.An independent careers specialist visits the school each half term to talk to years 8 through to 11.
Features
Things to note
Pupil progress is measured against individual standards. Maintaining high expectations of our learners is paramount and a learning environment that encourages and supports pupils in achieving their potential is a priority. Pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development is supported through a broad and balanced curriculum and fostering positive relationships within the school community. Residential pupils benefit from a varying and engaging 24 hour curriculum.Communication, modelling and specific teaching of the school expectations for behaviour and learning are an emphasis for working with pupils both in the classroom and outside environment. Pupils at Bramfield House are encouraged to be healthy, safe, enjoy and achieve to the best of their individual ability
Extra Curricular
Please check the school website link for details.
10.61 miles
