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Brentwood School

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Brentwood School

Cherry Lane, Sale, M33 4GY

Community special school · Ages 11–19 · Mixed

Ofsted
Outstanding
Jun 2019

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

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Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
N/A
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
N/A
Basics 9-5
N/A

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

46.0

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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/24Not available46.4
2024/25Not available46.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/24Not available0.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

Brentwood Community College
0.07 km away · Special post 16 institution
The Trafford and Stockport College Group
1.05 km away · Further education
Manor Academy Sale
1.28 km away · Academy special converter
Good
Ashton-on-Mersey School
1.41 km away · Academy converter
Good
Changing Lives
1.67 km away · Other independent special school

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About Brentwood School

Brentwood School is a secondary school in Sale, Trafford. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2019 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 16 responses), 100% of parents would recommend this school. The school has around 169 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Cherry Lane, Sale, M33 4GY | More schools in Trafford

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Brentwood School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Feb 2025 — Standards maintained
  2. Jun 2019 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Brentwood School

What is Brentwood School's Ofsted rating?
Brentwood School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.
What do parents say about Brentwood School?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 16 responses): 100% of parents would recommend Brentwood School.
Where is Brentwood School located?
Brentwood School is a secondary school in Sale, Trafford (M33 4GY).
How many pupils attend Brentwood School?
Brentwood School has around 169 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Brentwood School with other schools?
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