Bradstow School
Creating a Culture of Gentleness
Bradstow - A Very Special School - Living and Learning Together

Sarah Dunn, Headteacher
We are a maintained residential special school for children with severe learning difficulties who are on the autistic spectrum continuum. Many of our pupils have associated communication difficulties and emotional/behavioural challenges associated with their disabilities and medical problems.
The School is situated on a large site in the seaside town of Broadstairs in East Kent. Our facilities include an amphitheatre, library, swimming pool, parents flat, interactive soft play and sensory rooms, interactive bicycle track, pottery, all weather football pitch, sensory garden, and extensive grounds and horticultural projects .
Judged “outstanding” by Ofsted, the school offers a range of specialised support and provision. This includes particular expertise in the areas of Positive Behaviour Support and augmentative communication.
Integrated planning and programming throughout the school day and in the residential teams ensures that transition issues are minimised and there is a consistent approach for each individual pupil’s needs.

