Oak Lodge School

URN: 101094 • London SW12 8NA

Overview

Name
Oak Lodge School
URN
101094
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
48.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Caroline Rowlandson (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
02086733453
Website
Visit
Address
101 Nightingale Lane, London SW12 8NA

Summary

Oak Lodge School is a community special school located in Wandsworth, London, catering to 91 pupils with a capacity of 100. The school focuses on providing a supportive and inclusive environment for D/deaf students and those with speech, language, and communication difficulties. With a commitment to high aspirations, the school employs highly-skilled specialist staff to ensure that each child can achieve their personal best.

The school's vision prioritises character education, embedding core values such as Respect, Responsibility, and Ambition across its curriculum. This approach aims to develop resilience and essential personal development skills in students, preparing them for an ever-changing world. The curriculum is designed to be engaging and inclusive, offering a range of qualifications, including GCSEs and vocational awards.

Founded in 1905, Oak Lodge has evolved significantly over the years, now embracing a strong connection to the Deaf Community. Many staff members are themselves deaf, fostering an environment where students can thrive both academically and socially, while also developing their D/deaf identity. The school also provides residential care through Phoenix House, further supporting students in becoming independent.

Key details

LA
Wandsworth
Age range
10 - 19
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
100
Pupils
91
Boys
51
Girls
40
FSM %
69.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-02-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 91 51 40 100 69.80
2024-09-11 102 61 41 100 72.40
2023-09-11 87 53 34 100 57.10
2022-09-11 87 53 34 100 57.10
2021-09-11 76 43 33 100 54.20
2020-09-11 78 42 36 100 55.10

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