Special academy · Torbay

Brunel School

Special
Ages 11–16

Term dates

Special academys can set their own term dates. Many follow Torbay council's dates, shown below as a guide, but check with the school, especially for INSET days.

2026/27

2027/28

See Torbay's full dates

Admissions

Places at special schools are usually arranged through an education, health and care (EHC) plan, agreed with the council.

How EHC plans work on GOV.UK

About and location

Type: Special academy
Phase: Special
Ages: 11–16
Pupils: 64 (capacity 63)
Gender: Mixed
Academy trust: SPECIAL PARTNERSHIP TRUST
Phone: 01803665522
Address: 170b Torquay Road, Paignton, TQ3 2AL
Website: brunelschool.org

Official school record, including Ofsted reports

School details from the Department for Education's register of schools (Open Government Licence). Report a correction.