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Brunel School

170b Torquay Road, Paignton, TQ3 2AL

Academy special sponsor led for ages 11–16 in Paignton. Mixed intake.

Brunel School is a special academy in Paignton, Torbay, teaching around 50 pupils aged 11 to 16, with on-site support for autism and social, emotional and mental health needs.

The school says it is a specialist provision for learners whose needs cannot be met in a mainstream environment, all of whom have an Education, Health and Care Plan, offering a wrap-around, personalised approach to build confidence and progress. Ofsted rated the school Requires improvement at its last full inspection (2020).

Ages 11–16 · Secondary age
48 pupils · On roll
Academy special sponsor led · Mixed

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Primary applications close on 15 January 2027; secondary applications close on 31 October 2026. Sign in and create a planner to keep the deadline and school visits together. See Torbay’s deadlines and how to apply →