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SEND
The school serves pupils aged 3–19 with Education, Health & Care Plans.
“Bidwell Brook School is an aspirational and inspirational school for pupils between the ages of 3 and 19 with an Education, Health & Care Plan, serving the area of Dartington, the South Hams and beyond.”
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“Devon SEND Local Offer”
Pastoral
Communication development is used to promote pupils’ independence, confidence, and self-esteem.
“By enabling the development of effective and meaningful communication, we aim to promote the independence, self-confidence and self-esteem of all our pupils.”
The curriculum prioritises communication and life skills to prepare pupils for their futures.
“Our curriculum pays particular attention to the development of communication skills and life skills, to prepare pupils for their best possible futures.”
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Enrichment
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Ethos
The school describes itself as aspirational and inspirational and states that everyone can be their best, has a voice, and is included.
“Everyone will be the best that they can be Everyone has a voice No-one is excluded”
The federation vision emphasizes personal achievement, pupil voice, and inclusion, supported by high expectations.
“Everyone will be the best that they can be Everyone has a voice No one is excluded”
Sixth form
The school serves pupils through age 19 who have an Education, Health & Care Plan.
“Bidwell Brook School is an aspirational and inspirational school for pupils between the ages of 3 and 19 with an Education, Health & Care Plan, serving the area of Dartington, the South Hams and beyond.”
Admissions
The school arranges open-door sessions throughout the year so families can visit classrooms and learn about its educational offer.
“Across the year, we arrange "open door" sessions for families to see our classrooms and hear about our educational offer.”
The local authority, rather than the school, decides placements at the school and college.
“The Local Authority is responsible for placing pupils at our school and college, not ourselves.”
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About School
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Application Status | Accepting Now |