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Browns School

A specialist independent day school for boys and girls aged 11 to 18 with specific learning difficulties including dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, and speech and language difficulties.

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Non Selective + ObservationSelective
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance

Key facts

Head
George Mitchell
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
97
30 girls, 66 boys
Location
Orpington, Bromley
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
11 to 18
Religious ethos
Church of England
Founded
1997
Entry points
11+
ISI inspection
Inspected 2025
Learning support
Additional provision
Scholarships
Academic
Overview

About Browns School

Brown’s School, founded in 1997 by Mr. Martin Brown, is one of the original dyslexia specialist schools. Situated in Chelsfield in the Kent countryside, it provides education for boys and girls aged 11 to 18 years from a wide range of neighbouring local authorities. The school supports young people whose education has been adversely affected by Specific Learning Difficulties such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, speech and language difficulties, Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Asperger syndrome, Auditory Processing Disorder, Verbal Dyspraxia, and ADD/ADHD. It is a day school registered with the DfE to provide up to 90 places.

Our take

Independent co-ed senior school in Bromley for ages 11–18. Non-selective intake.

Best for
  • Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–18, 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
  • 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.
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Fees

Fees TBCper year · day
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Distinctive features

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specialist independent day school

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integrated on-site Speech & Language, Occupational Therapy, Clinical Psychology

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focus on personalised and holistic development

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broad curriculum with social skills and healthy living enrichment

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support for dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, ASD, ADHD

Activities & co-curricular

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Sport Practical

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Healthy EatingLifestyle ChoicesWalking groupsGardeningMental Health and Wellbeing

Facilities

wellbeing

Kent countryside location

Latest exam results

Outcomes

In June 2024, students achieved top GCSE grades up to 9 with significant improvements across subjects including PE, English, Maths, and Art. Achievement is celebrated in various forms tailored to individual student profiles.

Data from 2024 results

Where leavers go

2025
US Ivy0

Qualifications offered

GCSEEntry LevelFunctional Skills

Recent coverage

March 2025

Brown's School received its first inspection report from the Independent Schools Inspectorate. The report praised the school's innovative holistic education model and noted new facilities including the Science Lab, Life Skills Centre, and Occupational Therapy Suite.

2024

Brown's School was awarded the Judicium Safety Award for a second consecutive year, recognising its strong health and safety culture.

June 2024

Browns School had 95% of PE GCSE students achieve Grade 3 or above and 80% of Art GCSE students achieve Grade 4 or above.

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Inspection

Ofsted inspection, 22 Sept 2022

Outstanding
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Term dates 2026/27

Autumn4 Sept 2026 → 11 Dec 2026Half-term 19 Oct 2026–30 Oct 2026
Spring5 Jan 2027 → 25 Mar 2027Half-term 15 Feb 2027–19 Feb 2027
Summer15 Apr 2027 → 9 Jul 2027Half-term 31 May 2027–4 Jun 2027

INSET: 1 Sept 2026 · 2 Sept 2026 · 3 Sept 2026 · 4 Jan 2027 · 14 Apr 2027

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Questions parents ask

What kind of child is Browns School best for?+

Browns School suits: Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–18, 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.

When is the next open day at Browns School?+

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How does admissions work?+

Browns School is non-selective. Registration dates vary by entry point.

Does Browns School support SEND?+

We don't hold SEND details for Browns School. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.

What ages does Browns School take?+

Browns School takes pupils from age 11 to 18.

Is Browns School a day or boarding school?+

Browns School is a day school.

Is Browns School co-educational or single-sex?+

Browns School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.

Where is Browns School?+

Browns School is in Bromley, BR6 7PH.

How do I contact admissions at Browns School?+

Contact Browns School by phone on 01689876816.

Updated 14 May 2026. Sources: school website, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, Sunday Times Parent Power and Wikipedia.

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