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Getting to know you

Welcome to Brannel School! Whether you are joining us for the first time, returning for another year or simply looking to find out more about life at Brannel, this page provides some useful information to help you and your family get to know our school.

Here you will find important information about our school day, term dates and frequently asked questions.

Term Dates 2027–2028

Please find below the Brannel School term dates for the 2027–2028 academic year.

Autumn Term 2027

Term dates: Friday 3 September – Wednesday 22 December 2027

  • Wednesday 1 September 2027 – INSET Day (learners are not required in school).

  • Thursday 2 September 2027 – INSET Day (learners are not required in school).

  • Friday 3 September 2027 – First day of term.

  • October Half Term: Monday 18 October – Friday 29 October 2027.

  • End of Term: Wednesday 22 December 2027.

Spring Term 2028

Term dates: Wednesday 5 January – Friday 31 March 2028

  • Tuesday 4 January 2028 – INSET Day (learners are not required in school).

  • Wednesday 5 January 2028 – First day of term.

  • February Half Term: Monday 14 February – Friday 18 February 2028.

  • Easter Holidays: Monday 3 April – Monday 17 April 2028.

  • End of Term: Friday 31 March 2028.

Summer Term 2028

Term dates: Tuesday 18 April – Friday 21 July 2028

  • Tuesday 18 April 2028 – First day of term.

  • May Bank Holidays: Monday 1 May and Monday 29 May 2028.

  • Half Term: Tuesday 30 May – Friday 2 June 2028.

  • End of Term: Friday 21 July 2028.

Timings of Our School Day

At Brannel School, we operate a structured school day to ensure learners have the time and opportunities they need to learn, develop and achieve.

Please refer to our school day timings for information about the start and finish of the school day, lesson times and break periods.

Late Bus

A late bus leaves the school site every day (except Friday) at 4:20pm.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can my child bring their mobile phone to school?

We want learners to be able to learn and develop socially, without any distractions from mobile devices. This is why Brannel School has been 'phone-free' since 2023.

Mobile phones should not be seen or heard anywhere on the school site. This means that as soon as learners arrive at school, their phones must already be switched off or on silent and kept securely in their bags.

Phones must not be taken out or used at any point during the school day, for any reason. Learners may only use their phones once they have left the school site at the end of the school day.

This expectation reflects national guidance followed by schools across the country, helping us to maintain a calm, focused and safe learning environment, free from distraction.

When learners join our school, they are given a Yondr pouch. These phone-sized pouches have a strong magnetic lock which, once closed, cannot be opened again without a specially designed unlocking magnet.

The only exception to this policy is where a learner needs to use a mobile phone to monitor a medical condition.

What should my child do if they need help during the school day?

Learners are encouraged to speak to a member of staff if they need support or have any concerns during the school day. Our staff are here to help and ensure that everyone feels safe, supported and able to achieve their best.

Who should I contact if I have a question?

If you have any questions or need further information, please contact our school reception team, who will be happy to direct your enquiry to the appropriate member of staff.

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