The short version
Average GCSE results. 87% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2019).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 44.2 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2019
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
44.2
0.4 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
40%
2.0pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
37%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.55
Band 4Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
92%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
84%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
2%
Employment
Directly into work
5%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
5%
Based on 203 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 19 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
26% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
5% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 13 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 87 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,108
- Capacity
- 87%
- FSM
- 21.5%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Bracknell Forest
- Trust
- GREENSHAW LEARNING TRUST
- Head
- Mrs Camilla Douglas
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Rectory Lane, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7BA
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmFox Hill Primary School
Primary · 475m away
Ranelagh School
Secondary · 539m away
St Michael's Easthampstead Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Primary · 908m away
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Bracknell
Primary · 1.1km away
Harmans Water Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
Garth Hill College
Secondary · 1.4km away
Holly Spring Primary School
Primary · 1.6km away
Crown Wood Primary School
Primary · 1.6km away
Questions parents ask
Is The Brakenhale School a selective school?
No. The Brakenhale School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is The Brakenhale School's Ofsted rating?
The Brakenhale School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in May 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The Brakenhale School?
The Brakenhale School currently has 1,108 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Brakenhale School take?
The Brakenhale School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is The Brakenhale School?
The Brakenhale School is in Bracknell, RG12 7BA, in the Bracknell Forest local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Brakenhale School have a sixth form?
Yes, The Brakenhale School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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