Oakleigh School & Acorn Assessment Centre
URN: 101396 • London N20 0DH
Overview
- Name
- Oakleigh School & Acorn Assessment Centre
- URN
- 101396
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 60.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- C Power (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02083685336
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Oakleigh Road North, London N20 0DH
Summary
Oakleigh School & Acorn Assessment Centre is a community special school located in Barnet, London, catering to children aged 5-11 with severe and complex learning difficulties, including autism and other profound needs. The school's ethos, encapsulated in the motto "Being the best we can be," emphasizes personal growth, confidence, and resilience among pupils. The dedicated staff work collaboratively with families and a network of professionals to create a supportive and engaging learning environment.
The curriculum is designed to be challenging yet enjoyable, ensuring that each child's unique needs are met through tailored teaching strategies. Oakleigh School also provides an Early Years Intervention Centre for children aged 2 to Reception, focusing on early identification and support for special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Community involvement is a key aspect of the school's approach, with partnerships built with local services and families to enhance the educational experience. The school also promotes inclusion by facilitating visits to local mainstream schools and welcoming peers for shared activities. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the office directly.
The curriculum is designed to be challenging yet enjoyable, ensuring that each child's unique needs are met through tailored teaching strategies. Oakleigh School also provides an Early Years Intervention Centre for children aged 2 to Reception, focusing on early identification and support for special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Community involvement is a key aspect of the school's approach, with partnerships built with local services and families to enhance the educational experience. The school also promotes inclusion by facilitating visits to local mainstream schools and welcoming peers for shared activities. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the office directly.
Useful links
- Danielle Barker - Co-opted Governor (governance)
- Imran Begg - Parent Governor (governance)
- Jackie Silverman - Co-opted Governor (governance)
- Jane Nicklin - Co-opted Governor (governance)
- Jaydee Huglin - Staff Governor (governance)
- Katarina Sladkova - Parent Governor (governance)
- Kirti Shah - Co-opted Governor (governance)
- Early Years SEND Advisory Team (sen)
- Senco Handbook (sen)
- Senco Toolkit (sen)
Nearby alternatives
- Azhar Academy Girls School (75.2)
- Spa School (73.2)
- Harris Aspire Academy (72.7)
- Hawkswood Primary PRU (72.7)
- The Pears Family School (72.7)
Key details
- LA
- Barnet
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 178
- Boys
- 113
- Girls
- 65
- FSM %
- 33.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-06-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 178 | 113 | 65 | 33.10 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 172 | 111 | 61 | 43.20 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 159 | 105 | 54 | 36.80 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 159 | 105 | 54 | 36.80 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 161 | 108 | 53 | 38.30 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 145 | 94 | 51 | 38.20 |
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