Great Oaks Small School

About Great Oaks Small School

Great Oaks is a small independent school for neurodiverse students aged 11 - 19. We offer a bespoke and creative curriculum rooted in kindness, curiosity and self-belief. By nurturing growth with our drive for excellence students learn how to be good citizens, earning a valued place in society.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Julie-Anne Kelly

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 4.3

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.7

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 23 responses • 53.5% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

100% positive

My child feels safe at this school

91.3% positive 8.7% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

87% positive 13% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

73.9% positive 21.7% negative

My child does well at this school

82.6% positive 17.4% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 23 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

2.2

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

5 pupils in cohort

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

Reviews 4

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David W Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 15, 2023

5.0

"A School That Truly Understands Neurodiverse Children"

Our daughter attended Great Oaks for a few years and we were blown away by the support and understanding she received. The school's emphasis on kindness, curiosity, and self-belief really resonated with us. We have no hesitation in recommending Great Oaks to any family who may be struggling to find the right placement for their child.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sophie K Unconfirmed

Parent Nov 1, 2022

4.0

"A Lovely School with a Great Community"

Our daughter has settled in really well at Great Oaks. We love the smaller class sizes and the fact that the teachers really get to know each child. The school's commitment to student wellbeing is also a major plus for us. Our daughter has made some great friends and we feel confident that she is in a safe and supportive environment.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily J Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 1, 2022

5.0

"A Home Away from Home for Our Son"

We have been amazed by the love and care that Great Oaks has shown our son. The staff are truly dedicated and the facilities are beautiful. We love the house system and how it encourages kindness and friendship. Our son has thrived here and we are so grateful.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rachel T Unconfirmed

Parent May 1, 2022

4.0

"Some Great Aspects, but Still Room for Improvement"

We have been pleased with some aspects of Great Oaks, particularly the dedicated therapists and the Forest School program. However, we have experienced some communication breakdowns with the school and feel that the sixth form could be improved. Overall, we are hopeful that the school will continue to grow and develop, but we are not yet entirely satisfied.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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