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Kingfisher Special School

Oldham, United Kingdom
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About Kingfisher Special School

Kingfisher Special School is a high quality provision based on the defining principles that underpin Kingfisher Learning Trust. We cater for children aged 2-11 years with severe and complex Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and for children with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD).

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Sue Caine (Executive Head), Charlotte Williams (Head of School)

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews
Safety & Security 5.0
Teaching Quality 4.5
Communication 5.0
Student Wellbeing 4.5
Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 12 responses • 5.6% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

100% positive

My child feels safe at this school

91.7% positive 8.3% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

91.7% positive 8.3% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

66.7% positive

My child does well at this school

91.6% positive

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 12 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
20.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Good
10.7
Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

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Emily W
Parent Feb 20, 2022
5.0

"Outstanding Support for My Child"

I'm so grateful to Kingfisher for the incredible support they've given my child. The staff are understanding, patient and go above and beyond to ensure every child has the best possible start. The Awe and Wonder curriculum is amazing - my child has grown so much in confidence and their love for learning is evident every day. We feel lucky to be part of the Kingfisher community.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
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Raj K
Parent Sep 12, 2021
5.0

"Fantastic Facilities and Staff"

Kingfisher has been an absolute game-changer for my child. The facilities are amazing, with so many opportunities for the kids to explore and learn through play. The staff are warm, welcoming and genuinely care about each child's progress. I love the way they incorporate Total Communication and Social Stories into the curriculum - it's made a huge difference in my child's ability to communicate effectively.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 4/5
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Sophie B
Parent Jun 15, 2020
4.0

"Some positives, but room for improvement"

We were initially impressed with Kingfisher's facilities and commitment to inclusion. However, during our time at the school, we experienced some inconsistency in the quality of teaching and support. While the staff were generally friendly and caring, there were times when we felt like our child's needs weren't being fully met. That being said, we do appreciate the efforts they make to engage children in learning through activities like Live Music Now and Animals Take Over.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 4/5

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