Birmingham City Council is seeking approval for a £7 million project aimed at expanding and improving Beaufort School, a special education institution in the Bromford and Hodge Hill ward. The school, which caters to pupils with severe and complex learning difficulties, has experienced a steady increase in enrolment alongside rising behavioural challenges.
The council has identified significant capacity pressures at Beaufort School, noting that the current classroom facilities are insufficient to safely accommodate the increasing number of pupils. Constrained learning environments have been linked to escalating behavioural concerns, creating serious health and safety issues.
While two temporary classrooms have provided some immediate relief, this solution does not address the continued growth in demand. To effectively support the school’s pupils, who require tailored educational spaces, permanent expansion is essential.
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The proposed development includes the construction of six new classrooms and an expanded dining area. Additionally, improved infrastructure will introduce a separate entrance and dedicated drop-off zones for Beaufort pupils, who currently share a site with another school.
These enhancements aim to create safer, more appropriate learning environments, reduce safeguarding risks, and enable smoother movement across the campus for students with complex needs.
Birmingham City Council’s cabinet members are set to review and approve the project’s budget of up to £7,072,398 in a meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 9. City officials emphasize that without this investment, the council would fail to meet its statutory obligation to provide a suitable and secure learning environment for all pupils.