# Oakfield Park School — Pontefract, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Special
- **Parent rating:** 4.7/5 from 3 published reviews
- **Students:** 177
- **Principal:** Nicola Cryer

## Contact

- **Address:** Barnsley Road, Ackworth, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF7 7DT
- **Phone:** 01977 613423
- **Website:** https://www.oakfieldpark.wakefield.sch.uk/
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/pontefract/oakfield-park-school-11183

## About

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.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Behaviour and Attitudes):** Outstanding — Oct 2019
- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Outstanding — Oct 2019
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Outstanding — Oct 2019
- **Ofsted (Personal Development):** Outstanding — Oct 2019
- **Ofsted (Quality of Education):** Outstanding — Oct 2019

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — 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. *(May 2023)*
- **4/5** — 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. *(Feb 2023)*
- **5/5** — 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. *(Jan 2023)*

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