LVS Oxford
URN: 141208 • Oxford OX5 1RX
Overview
- Name
- LVS Oxford
- URN
- 141208
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 33.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Melanie Waller (since 2025) , Head of Centre
- Telephone
- 01865595170
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Spring Hill Road, Oxford OX5 1RX
Summary
LVS Oxford is an independent special school located in Oxfordshire, catering to young people aged 11-16 with a diagnosis of autism. The school operates in a converted priory, providing a tranquil and supportive environment designed to foster both academic and vocational learning. With a current enrollment of 62 pupils and a capacity of 98, LVS Oxford emphasizes a partnership approach to admissions, ensuring that the needs of each learner are met collaboratively with parents and placing authorities.
The curriculum at LVS Oxford includes both academic and 'Learning for Life' pathways, aimed at equipping students with essential skills for future employment and personal development. The school prioritizes emotional wellbeing and physical health, integrating therapeutic support into daily learning. Specialist staff provide tailored interventions, including speech and language therapy, to help students manage anxiety and build resilience.
Community engagement is a key aspect of LVS Oxford, with recent visits from local officials highlighting the school's commitment to fostering strong relationships within the community. The school celebrates student achievements, including impressive GCSE results, reflecting its dedication to improving outcomes for all pupils.
The curriculum at LVS Oxford includes both academic and 'Learning for Life' pathways, aimed at equipping students with essential skills for future employment and personal development. The school prioritizes emotional wellbeing and physical health, integrating therapeutic support into daily learning. Specialist staff provide tailored interventions, including speech and language therapy, to help students manage anxiety and build resilience.
Community engagement is a key aspect of LVS Oxford, with recent visits from local officials highlighting the school's commitment to fostering strong relationships within the community. The school celebrates student achievements, including impressive GCSE results, reflecting its dedication to improving outcomes for all pupils.
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- Parent Portal (other)
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- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
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- Terms of Use (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Chilworth House School (65.5)
- Include - Oxfordshire (61.3)
- Oxford Brookes University (60.2)
- The Iffley Academy (59.9)
- Northern House Academy (59.4)
Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 20
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 98
- Pupils
- 62
- Boys
- 36
- Girls
- 26
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2014-08-18
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Oxfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 62 | 36 | 26 | 98 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 63 | 39 | 24 | 98 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 63 | 38 | 25 | 98 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 63 | 38 | 25 | 98 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 68 | 43 | 25 | 98 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 72 | 48 | 24 | 98 | 0.00 |
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