Breckland School Prospectus 2021-22

About Us
Breckland School is a school for children aged between 11 and 16 and is located in the
small market town of Brandon in West Suffolk, very close to the Norfolk Border. The
historic market town of Brandon is located in the heart of Breckland, surrounded by
acres of forest, which is renowned as an area of outstanding natural beauty. Thetford
Forest is the largest lowland pine forest in Britain and hosts a rich variety of animal and
plant life as well as providing a wide range of recreation facilities.
At present there are approximately 550 students on roll. We offer a stimulating threeyear
Key Stage 3 and two-year Key Stage 4 curriculum, supported by a wide range of
enrichment opportunities, including an annual snow sports trip, international, national
and local trips to places of cultural interest which bring to life that which is taught
within the classroom setting, and an extensive range of extra-curricular clubs and
activities.
Our principle aim is to prepare students for the next stage of their lives. To achieve this,
we employ the following principles:
• Allow all students to access a broad and balanced range of subjects
• Provide a tailored learning experience, meeting the individual needs of all students
• Ensure teaching deepens subject knowledge and skills
• Raise students’ aspirations of their own potential
• Enable students to develop knowledge and skills essential for their adult life
• Promote an enjoyment of learning and a desire to achieve well