Oakfield House School
URN: 131666 • Preston PR4 0YH
Overview
- Name
- Oakfield House School
- URN
- 131666
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 48.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Helen Rigby (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01772672630
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Station Road, Preston PR4 0YH
Summary
Oakfield House School is an independent special school located in Salwick, Preston, catering to autistic children aged 4-12 with additional needs. Set within a historic country house and surrounded by eight acres of parkland, the school provides a nurturing environment focused on individualised learning. With a maximum capacity of 47 pupils, Oakfield House maintains small class sizes to ensure tailored support for each child.
The curriculum at Oakfield House is designed to develop core life skills, including communication, social abilities, sensory processing, and emotional regulation. The school incorporates innovative learning spaces, such as an Immersive Classroom and sensory areas, alongside outdoor activities through its Forest School programme. This approach aims to foster independence and prepare students for their future.
The school values collaboration with families and professionals, believing that a supportive community enhances each child's progress. Oakfield House School is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive atmosphere, where every child is recognised for their unique strengths and aspirations.
The curriculum at Oakfield House is designed to develop core life skills, including communication, social abilities, sensory processing, and emotional regulation. The school incorporates innovative learning spaces, such as an Immersive Classroom and sensory areas, alongside outdoor activities through its Forest School programme. This approach aims to foster independence and prepare students for their future.
The school values collaboration with families and professionals, believing that a supportive community enhances each child's progress. Oakfield House School is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive atmosphere, where every child is recognised for their unique strengths and aspirations.
Useful links
- News & Events (calendar)
- Privacy Policy (download)
- Cookie Policy (download)
- Slavery Statement (download)
- School Ofsted Report (download)
- Terms & Conditions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Referrals and admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Kirkham Pear Tree School (67.3)
- Cedar Lodge School (65.3)
- Progress School (63.8)
- Bracken School (62.7)
- University of Central Lancashire (58.7)
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 4 - 12
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 47
- Pupils
- 45
- Boys
- 34
- Girls
- 11
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1998-09-21
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-03-17
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 45 | 34 | 11 | 47 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 45 | 33 | 12 | 46 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 25 | 17 | 8 | 42 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 25 | 17 | 8 | 42 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 29 | 24 | 5 | 42 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 42 | 37 | 5 | 42 | 0.00 |
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