We appreciate that moving to a new school is a huge adjustment for parents and students, if you have any queries on any of the information in this section or any questions about your child joining The Brakenhale School, please do not hesitate to contact us. We very much look forward to meeting all new starters and working together with you and your child throughout their education.

Prospective Students

Our aim is to encourage and develop excellence in our students in all aspects of their school life, from their experiences in lessons to the wide range of extra curricular activities on offer. In recognising our students as individuals we offer a ‘personalised learning approach’ that involves setting high expectations and individualised subject targets for each student. Progress towards these targets is tracked throughout the year and achievement recognised and rewarded.

During the Summer term we usually hold two induction days for Year 6 students, during which they will take part in various activities and sample lessons to allow them to get to know us and we them.  For students starting in the September the induction dates will be confirmed during the year.

During the visit students will meet their tutor group and be involved in a varied programme including sampling lessons and team building activities.

There will be a meeting during the summer term for parents/carers and students to meet the Senior Leadership team, Head of Year and tutors and other and other key adults who will be supporting your child during their education.

All admissions are processed through Bracknell Forest Council.

The admissions process usually starts in mid September the year previous to starting at secondary school and closes at the end of October.  Offers are sent in March of the following year.  On the Bracknell Forest admissions website you will be invited to complete an online form; you can alternatively fill in a paper application form.  You will be required to submit supporting documents such as a birth certificate and social/medical information if pertinent.

Please visit their ‘Starting Secondary School’ web page for more information about how and when to apply: Bracknell Forest ‘Starting Secondary School’ and Admissions Go to Bracknell Forest’s Admissions Web Page  Here you will find all the information you need including key dates.

You can also find out information about admissions to all Trust schools on the Greenshaw Learning Trust Admissions webpage: Greenshaw Learning Trust Admissions Go to Greenshaw’s Admissions Web Page

Appeals Information Please see here for our Appeals Information

When do I apply:

For September 2021 entry – Applications opened 12 September 2020 and closed 31 October 2020

Please see below for further admissions procedures and criteria.

Prospective Students

Our aim is to encourage and develop excellence in our students in all aspects of their school life, from their experiences in lessons to the wide range of extra curricular activities on offer. In recognising our students as individuals we offer a ‘personalised learning approach’ that involves setting high expectations and individualised subject targets for each student. Progress towards these targets is tracked throughout the year and achievement recognised and rewarded.

During the Summer term Year 6 students are invited to two induction days, during which they will take part in various activities and sample lessons to allow them to get to know us and we them.  For students starting in the September the induction dates will be confirmed during the year.

During the visit students will meet their tutor group and be involved in a varied programme including sampling lessons and team building activities.  This year the students will also complete CAT tests.  There is no preparation that the student can do, and please reassure your child that these are nothing to worry about.

There will be a meeting during the summer term for parents/carers and students to meet the Senior Leadership team, Head of Year and tutors.  We will also be hosting a coffee morning where you will have a further opportunity to meet the Headteacher, Head of Year and other and other key adults who will be supporting your child during their education.

Allocation of Places

September 2021 Download PDF

September 2020 Download PDF

September 2019  Download PDF