Bramfield House School was established in 1970 as a specialist provision for boys 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 112 pupils. We are situated in rural Suffolk 10 minutes drive from the heritage coast. The classroom facilities are independently placed within the grounds and consist of purpose made specialist subject provisions.
The ethos of the school is based on trust and mutual respect, providing the opportunity for every individual to maximise their own potential in a warm and caring environment. The pupils are supported in discovering their personal attributes, and to then themselves acknowledge these skills, building their confidence and self-esteem so that this can then be transferred and used to develop and enhance all areas of their social and educational development. The professional staff group engages with pupils to explore new and varied environments and interests, using these opportunities to build relationships and understanding, so that they may be better placed to provide individually tailored support to the pupil. The school is well aware of the difficulties that been previously encountered by the young people coming into our care and will start afresh, positively supporting the pupils individuality alongside promoting the value of appropriate social skills. We provide a clearly staged developmental pathway from nurturing to self-management and independence, with skilled staff and resources to assist in this journey.
Aims
To meet each child’s physical and emotional needs and encourage a positively healthy lifestyle, in line with the Every Child Matters Framework.
- To promote the welfare of pupils and ensure safeguarding by creating a safe community with clear and thoughtful boundaries.
- To support personal development and individual achievement so that young people can become successful learners, confident individuals and responsible citizens.
- To be responsive to the needs and individual qualities of all of our children and young people; thus demonstrating our clear commitment to equality of opportunity for all.
- To create an atmosphere within which a young person can grow physically, socially, emotionally and intellectually.
- To be open and amenable to public scrutiny.
Ethos
The success of each individual is founded on our core values of respect, dignity, trust and well-being, a commitment to realising the potential of each child and young person through a broad and enriching curriculum, growing independence and widening the opportunities for continued learning and work.
What makes us special
- The family orientated ethos of the school
- Our ability to work with children whose needs are diverse, complicated and challenging
- Excellent relationships with our young people
- Pupils individual progress
- Links with external agencies
- The commitment, experience and knowledge of the staff
- The shared ownership of the school felt by the pupils
Pastoral Support
The progress of pupils in all Year Groups will be monitored by the Key Stage Leader, Form Teacher and Teaching Assistant. This will include the pupils’ academic attainment, their behaviour and their attendance. There is close liaison with the Senior Leadership Team, the Team Leaders and the child’s parents/carers. They provide individual support aimed at improving pupils’ behaviour and encouraging them to fulfil their potential in the classroom. They come to know their pupils exceptionally well and have a vital role to play in ensuring that pupils make the most of their time at Bramfield House School.