Oaklands School
URN: 111504 • Winsford CW7 1NU
Overview
- Name
- Oaklands School
- URN
- 111504
- 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
- 65.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Neil Oxley (since 2025) , Interim Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01606551048
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Montgomery Way, Winsford CW7 1NU
Summary
Oaklands School is a community special school located in Winsford, Cheshire, catering to 172 mixed-gender pupils aged 11 to 17 with moderate learning difficulties. The school operates under the ethos of "The best for all, the best from all," emphasizing a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to achieve their potential. The dedicated staff focus on building positive relationships with pupils, ensuring that both their educational and emotional needs are met.
The curriculum at Oaklands is designed to be broad, balanced, and relevant, incorporating a range of subjects that align with the National Curriculum. It aims to prepare students for adulthood by developing essential life skills and providing opportunities for work experience. The school prioritizes safeguarding and inclusion, fostering a culture of respect and mutual understanding among its diverse student body.
Oaklands School actively involves parents and the local community in its mission to support students' growth. With a strong commitment to individualised learning and high expectations, the school strives to equip its pupils with the tools necessary for future success. For more information, parents are encouraged to visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
The curriculum at Oaklands is designed to be broad, balanced, and relevant, incorporating a range of subjects that align with the National Curriculum. It aims to prepare students for adulthood by developing essential life skills and providing opportunities for work experience. The school prioritizes safeguarding and inclusion, fostering a culture of respect and mutual understanding among its diverse student body.
Oaklands School actively involves parents and the local community in its mission to support students' growth. With a strong commitment to individualised learning and high expectations, the school strives to equip its pupils with the tools necessary for future success. For more information, parents are encouraged to visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
Useful links
- Coffee Morning Presentations (sen)
- Holiday Absence Request Form (sen)
- SEN Information Report (sen)
- Latest Events (calendar)
- Local Events (calendar)
- Headteacher’s Welcome (other)
- LGBT+ Inclusion (other)
- Policies (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Hebden Green Community School (60.7)
- Jefferson House (59.2)
- Hebden Green Community School (37.9)
Key details
- LA
- Cheshire West and Chester
- Age range
- 11 - 17
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 172
- Boys
- 107
- Girls
- 65
- FSM %
- 41.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-07-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cheshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 172 | 107 | 65 | 41.80 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 168 | 106 | 62 | 46.00 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 172 | 111 | 61 | 41.10 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 172 | 111 | 61 | 41.10 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 172 | 109 | 63 | 39.30 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 162 | 105 | 57 | 41.90 |
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