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Brimble Hill Special School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Brimble Hill Special School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Swindon , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 122 pupils, and a capacity of 94 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

122

Pupils

94

Capacity

130%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Brimble Hill Special School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Brimble Hill Special School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Swindon. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 122 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 94 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Swindon before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Brimble Hill Special School — School Information

Full address
Tadpole Lane, Redhouse, Swindon, SN25 2NB
Local authority
Swindon
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
31.1% of pupils
DfE URN
143013

Other Not applicable Schools in Swindon

If Brimble Hill Special School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Swindon are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Brimble Hill Special School

Is Brimble Hill Special School oversubscribed?

Yes — Brimble Hill Special School currently has 122 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 94 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Brimble Hill Special School?

Admission to Brimble Hill Special School is managed by Swindon. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Brimble Hill Special School cover?

Brimble Hill Special School is a not applicable school in Swindon, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Brimble Hill Special School?

Brimble Hill Special School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.