Brookfields School

Overview

Brookfields School is described as an “inspiring environment, in which pupils flourish,” where staff place pupils’ development at the core of their work. The report highlights that all pupils have special educational needs and/or disabilities, yet they achieve “impressive” progress from their individual starting points due to “exceptionally ambitious” staff. The school is praised for its “meticulously constructed” curriculum and “exceptional” relationships between staff and pupils.

Strengths

• Staff are “expertly trained” to support pupils in overcoming barriers, with “exceptional subject knowledge” allowing them to tailor explanations effectively.
• The curriculum is “sequenced seamlessly” from early years to Year 6, with a strong focus on developing “oral communication and reading skills.”
• Pupils’ wider development is “incredibly well thought out,” including real-world experiences like supermarket visits and participation in theatre productions.
• Leadership is described as “exceptional,” with staff feeling well-supported regarding workload and professional development.
• Behaviour is “commendable,” with pupils feeling “valued as individuals” and persevering well with tasks.

Areas to improve

• The report notes that a few pupils do not attend as often as the school would like, though strategies to improve this are “proving to be effective.”

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.