DirectoryBexleySeniorBreak Through School
Senior school

Break Through School

Break Through School supports learners aged 11 to 16 with special educational needs, mainly SEMH and communication difficulties, providing personalised curriculum packages.

BexleySeniorCo EdAges 11–16Day41 pupils
Day fees
Fees TBC
How competitive entry is
School Exam + InterviewCompetitive entry
Pupils
41
Founded
Next deadline
Open day: TBC
Verified 1 month ago
Houseroom Index 2026Provisional
57.4/100
44% data confidence·v2026.4.0
How is this calculated? →
Pillar breakdown
Academic outcomes40
Destinations & outcomes60
Future-readiness62
Pastoral & wellbeing80
Pupil flourishing65
Value-add44
Access & breadth75
Parent sentiment70
External consensus50

Get your personalised Fit Score — tell us about your child to see how well this school matches your priorities.

Our take

Independent co-ed senior school in Bexley for ages 11–16. Non-selective intake.

Best for
Who thrives here
  • Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–16, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
  • Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
Watch-outs
Know before applying
  • Fees aren't published. Treat published external fee comparisons with caution and ask admissions directly before shortlisting.
  • SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
AI-generated guidance

About the head

Ruth Elliott is the Principal of Break Through School and has achieved a Distinction in Trauma-Informed Practice. She leads a committed team delivering specialist education for young people with SEN.

We give each young person the knowledge and skills they need to live a happy, fulfilling and independent life as part of their community, through an inclusive curriculum and strong pastoral care.

inclusionresilienceindividualised supportrespectemotional wellbeingaspiration

Distinctive features

specialist SEND provision for SEMH and communication difficulties

personalised curriculum packages

small classes (4-8 pupils)

focus on restorative justice

strong therapeutic support including counselling and speech and language therapy

flexible entry throughout academic year

Activities & co-curricular

sport

Sports Day - Inclusive 'Sporty' Day

academic club

Holiday Revision Clubs

other

Board Games ClubWii SportsSustainability Creative Crafts GroupButterfly Gardens Educational VisitStrive Year 11 Sustainability Enrichment SessionsTeam Building Experience at The O2Home Cooking SkillsJewellery Making Club

Facilities

academic

Visual Timetable and Learning Support ResourcesClassrooms for Small GroupsLunchtime Club SpacesOutdoor Areas and Local Community Resources

wellbeing

School Dining AreaTherapeutic Rooms

Latest exam results

0%
GCSE 9–7

Data from 2024 results

Where leavers go

2024
Cohort2
US Ivy0

Recent coverage

Break Through School, an independent alternative provision in Belvedere, Bexley, has been a member of the Independent Schools Association (ISA) since March 2025, enhancing its commitment to educational excellence. In June 2025, the school received a "Good" rating from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI). As of April 2026, the school had 41 pupils, with 80.49% having special educational needs. The school offers GCSE programs alongside Functional Skills qualifications, aiming to provide a personalized and well-rounded education to students aged 11-17.

Recommended next step

Open-day dates not yet published

Save this school and we'll email you the moment open-day booking goes live.

Fit for your child

How well does Break Through School match?

Tell us your child's age, location, needs and entry point. We'll score commute, academics, support, budget and culture against schools in Bexley.

Check fit for my child

Application timeline

No admissions stage dates confirmed yet. Save this school to be notified when dates are published.

Open dayNot published
Not published
Registration opensPassed
1 May 2024
Registration closesPassed
15 Oct 2025
Bursary deadlineNot published
Not published
AssessmentNot published
Not published
InterviewNot published
Not published
OffersNot published
Not published
Acceptance deadlineNot published
Not published
Registration windows
YearOpensClosesReply byStatus
2026-271 May 202415 Oct 2025TBCClosed

Open events

Dates to be confirmed
Personalised ToursAvailable year-round by arrangement
Dates TBC

Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.

Fees

Fees TBCper year · Day · 2025-26
Also budget for · Registration fee, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music tuition, exam fees. These vary by school — check with admissions for the full cost breakdown.

Bursaries & Scholarships

Inspection

Ofsted 3 Jun 2025

One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.

Good
Read full ISI report →

Term dates 2025-2026

autumn1 Sept 202519 Dec 2025Half-term 20 Oct 2025–24 Oct 2025
spring6 Jan 20263 Apr 2026Half-term 16 Feb 2026–20 Feb 2026
summer20 Apr 202617 Jul 2026Half-term 25 May 2026–29 May 2026
autumn1 Sept 202618 Dec 2026Half-term 19 Oct 2026–23 Oct 2026
spring5 Jan 20272 Apr 2027Half-term 15 Feb 2027–19 Feb 2027
summer19 Apr 202716 Jul 2027Half-term 24 May 2027–28 May 2027

Schools like Break Through School

Ranked by semantic similarity across curriculum, ethos, intake and admissions style. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.

71%

First Bridge School

Hammersmith and Fulham · Nursery · Ages 2–9
Fees TBC
70%

Side By Side School

Hackney · Ages 2–20
Fees TBC
67%

Pathways School

Harrow · Senior · Ages 11–19
Fees TBC
67%

The Academy School

Camden · Prep · Ages 6–13
£31,840
66%

Bright Minds Creative Academy

Croydon · All Through · Ages 5–16
Fees TBC
64%

Silverways School

Enfield · All Through · Ages 7–17
Fees TBC

Questions parents ask

Common questions about Break Through School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.

What kind of child is Break Through School best for?+

Independent co-ed senior school in Bexley for ages 11–16. Non-selective intake.

How does admissions work?+

Admissions are non-selective. Registration windows and required forms vary by entry point — check the admissions timeline above.

Are fees published?+

Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.

Does the school support SEND?+

Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.

Are there open days?+

5 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.

How do I contact admissions?+

phone on 01322 440049 or the registrars listed in the contact card. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.

What similar schools should I compare?+

We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to Break Through School — see the "Schools like Break Through School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.

Enrichment last updated 14 May 2026. Sources include the school’s official site, Wikipedia, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, and Sunday Times Parent Power.

Reviews

No reviews yet.

Parent reviews

No parent reviews yet.
Track this school
Get deadline alerts for registrations, open days and offer dates.
Data
View Break Through School data profile
Exam results, fees, university destinations, inspections, peer schools and feeder preps — on one page.
Want to get in touch? Send an enquiry directly.
Are you from this school?
Claim this listing to manage admissions, events, photos and parent leads — free.
Claim listing