Oakfield Park School

About Oakfield Park School

Oakfield Park School is a Local Authority maintained secondary school renowned for delivering outstanding education, as affirmed by Ofsted in March 2025. Our school caters for 177 young people in the secondary and post 16 phases with severe, complex, or profound multiple learning difficulties.

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Key Facts

Students 177

Head/Principal Nicola Cryer

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.0

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 28 responses • 17.3% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

100% positive

My child feels safe at this school

100% positive

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

100% positive

The school has high expectations for my child

100% positive

My child does well at this school

100% positive

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 28 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

8.1

Teachers (FTE)

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

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

Note: Progress 8 scores are not available for 2024-25 and 2025-26 academic years due to COVID-19 impact on prior attainment data.

Additional Information

26 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Rachel T Unconfirmed

Parent May 20, 2023

5.0

"An exceptional school with a heart"

I couldn't be more grateful for the education and upbringing my child has received at Oakfield Park School. The school's values of inclusivity, respect, and empathy are truly reflected in the way the staff and students interact with one another. My child has thrived in this nurturing environment, and I have no doubt that they will go on to achieve great things.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sarah K Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 10, 2023

4.0

"A good school, but room for improvement"

While we were happy with our experience at Oakfield Park School, there were some aspects that could be improved upon. The communication between teachers and parents could be clearer, and there were occasionally long waiting times for therapy sessions. However, the staff were generally supportive and caring, and our child made some wonderful friends.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily W Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 15, 2023

5.0

"A warm and welcoming community"

As a parent of a child at Oakfield Park School, I've been consistently impressed with the sense of community and support. The staff are dedicated and passionate about providing the best possible education for their students. The facilities are well-maintained and provide a safe and stimulating environment for our children to learn and grow.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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