The Robert Ogden School
URN: 106965 • Barnsley S63 0BG
Overview
- Name
- The Robert Ogden School
- URN
- 106965
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jon Mount (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01709874443
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Clayton Lane, Barnsley S63 0BG
Summary
The Robert Ogden School is an independent special school located in Barnsley, dedicated to supporting autistic children and young people. With a current enrolment of 141 pupils and a capacity of 165, the school is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and inspiring environment. It aims to prepare students for successful transitions into adulthood, fostering independence and community participation.
The school offers a personalised curriculum tailored to meet the individual needs of each student. This approach ensures that all pupils are engaged in relevant and challenging learning experiences, enabling them to achieve their full potential. The dedicated staff work collaboratively with families to create a nurturing and stimulating atmosphere where every child is valued.
As part of its mission, Robert Ogden School aligns its values with those of the National Autistic Society, promoting high expectations and a strong sense of community. Parents seeking to understand the school’s referral process or learn more about its offerings are encouraged to reach out for further information.
The school offers a personalised curriculum tailored to meet the individual needs of each student. This approach ensures that all pupils are engaged in relevant and challenging learning experiences, enabling them to achieve their full potential. The dedicated staff work collaboratively with families to create a nurturing and stimulating atmosphere where every child is valued.
As part of its mission, Robert Ogden School aligns its values with those of the National Autistic Society, promoting high expectations and a strong sense of community. Parents seeking to understand the school’s referral process or learn more about its offerings are encouraged to reach out for further information.
Useful links
- More (download)
- View our Ofsted report (other)
- National Autistic Society (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Greenacre School (68.2)
- Dove School (62.7)
- Springwell Special Academy (50.2)
- Barnsley Additional Support for Education (45.2)
- Barnsley PRU (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Barnsley
- Age range
- 5 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 165
- Pupils
- 141
- Boys
- 120
- Girls
- 21
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1978-06-08
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 141 | 120 | 21 | 165 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 138 | 115 | 23 | 165 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 127 | 107 | 20 | 165 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 127 | 107 | 20 | 165 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 117 | 102 | 15 | 165 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 112 | 95 | 17 | 165 | 0.00 |
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