# Kingfisher Special School — Oldham, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Special
- **Parent rating:** 4.8/5 from 3 published reviews
- **Principal:** Sue Caine (Executive Head), Charlotte Williams (Head of School)

## Contact

- **Address:** Foxdenton Lane, Chadderton, Oldham, OL9 9QR
- **Phone:** +44 1615530310
- **Website:** https://www.kingfisher.oldham.sch.uk
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/oldham/kingfisher-special-school-17761

## About

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).

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Outstanding — Dec 2014
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Outstanding — Dec 2014

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — 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. *(Feb 2022)*
- **5/5** — 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. *(Sep 2021)*
- **4/5** — 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. *(Jun 2020)*

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