Brook School, Eastleigh

Special

Other independent special school

Mixed

Ages 11–16

Data last updated 11 Sept 2026

Location

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Key Information

DfE GIAS

Head:Jess Wrigley

LA:Hampshire

Phone:02382011252

Website:brookschoollimited.com

Address:Pilgrims Close, Chandlers Ford, Eastleigh, SO53 4SD

Area:Schools in SO53

Status:open

Opened:27 April 2026

Ofsted Rating

Ofsted · 6 months ago

Overall

Inspected 4 March 2026View full report

URN:152282

Diocese:Not applicable

Constituency:Eastleigh

Urban/Rural:Urban: Nearer to a major town or city

Ofsted Insights

What This School Does Well

Brook School has been carefully designed to support pupils with special educational needs. The experienced leadership team has consulted with local authorities to fill gaps in provision, and the curriculum is tailored to help pupils build literacy skills, develop social and emotional wellbeing, and prepare for their future through careers guidance and practical qualifications.

Key Strengths

Experienced proprietor body with track record of running 11 special independent schools nationally
Comprehensive safeguarding policy and robust oversight systems in place
Well-designed curriculum tailored to SEND needs, including strong literacy support and careers education
Clear behaviour and anti-bullying policies adapted for vulnerable pupils with SEND
Thorough induction and assessment processes to quickly identify and support pupil needs

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is effective - the school has a comprehensive policy meeting all statutory requirements, an appropriately trained designated safeguarding lead, and robust proprietor oversight systems.

Extracurricular Activities

Student council, mock elections, outdoor learning, community-based sporting events, BTEC in Personal Growth and Wellbeing

Brook School is a proposed independent special school for pupils with SEND, expected to open with Year 7 and Year 8 cohorts. The inspection found it is likely to meet all independent school standards when it opens.