Revenue tops £35m for special schools group owned by former Kerry boss

Denis Brosnan, who runs British children’s home operator Kedleston Group, says state investment in the sector is lacking in Ireland

Denis Brosnan, who runs British children’s home operator Kedleston Group: Turnover for thecopany for the year 2020 rose by £2.51 million to £35.21 million. Picture: Fergal Phillips

Revenue reached more than £35 million last year at Kedleston Group, the special school and children’s home operator run by Denis Brosnan, the former Kerry Group businessman, and his son.

The British group operates 13 residential and day schools for children with special educational needs, and a children’s home, with its income coming mainly from local authorities.

Turnover for the year 2020 rose by £2.51 million to £35.21 million, new financial statements show. Operating profit ...