Virtual Open Evening

Welcome to our Virtual Open Evening 2020!   We have created a series of videos to share information about our school with you. Our philosophy is that focusing on every child’s individual needs and unique strengths enables them to flourish, enhances the climate for learning, and enables the whole school community to grow. We hope … Read more

Results Day 2020

In an uncertain time, with unprecedented changes, we were delighted to provide some certainty for our students by sharing their GCSE results with them on Thursday. The students have worked extremely hard over the last five years, showing great determination and grit. “It’s particularly rewarding at this time to see them receive the fruits of … Read more

Alumni Story – Will Owens

  Did you enjoy your time at Brannel School? Yes, I have many great memories from my time at Brannel School.   Do you have any special memories of your time at Brannel School? I would always say that the people I met at school would be the memory I always smile at when I … Read more

Alumni Story – Dave Orton

    Did you enjoy your time at Brannel School? Very much so, good friends, teachers and lots of memories.   Do you have any special memories of your time at Brannel School? Good friends and lots of laughter.   When you were at school, did you have any specific career dreams or aspirations? I … Read more

Returning to School Guide

THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC has presented unprecedented challenges for us all; challenges that at Brannel School we have met with creativity, resourcefulness and compassion. We understand that life at home for many families has been difficult, and we are eager to see our students safely back to school, where they belong. We are confident in our … Read more

Alumni Story – Cameron Danby

  Did you enjoy your time at Brannel School? Yes, I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Brannel.   Do you have any special memories of your time at Brannel School? One of my favourite memories was being given the opportunity to choreograph a production of Oliver. This was the first time during my school career … Read more

New Eco Patch Development

We are pleased to announce that the school has just been granted planning permission by Cornwall Council for a new classroom extension. ‘The Eco Patch’, as it has been named, will inject new life into learning outdoors. The development includes a new classroom and miniature smallholding with chickens, ducks, pygmy goats and other small animals. … Read more

Year 10 Back to School

Since the beginning of lockdown we have been dedicated to delivering emergency provision, remote learning, centre-assessed grades, and preparing the school building to welcome back our Year 10 students. Although we don’t yet know what the national plan will look like in the longer term, we will continue to ensure that all our students are … Read more

A Magical Night at Brannel

This week there was magic in the air as around 80 wizards descended on Brannel School for a special Twilight Wizard School event.  The evening was organised by our Literacy Coordinator, Mrs Ireland, to celebrate children and young people’s enthusiasm and love for Harry Potter books. There were owls from Screech Owl Sanctuary, potion-making, Quidditch, … Read more

Anti-Litter Campaign

Brannel’s Eco Committee is taking steps to reduce the amount of litter being dropped at school and in the wider community with an anti-litter poster campaign. Students were invited to enter a competition to design a poster and the Eco Committee selected the winners this week. The campaign is part of the Eco Committee Action … Read more