Kingfisher Special School
URN: 143304 • Oldham OL9 9QR
Overview
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 62.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sue Caine (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01615530310
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Foxdenton Lane, Oldham OL9 9QR
Summary
Kingfisher Special School, located in Oldham, is an academy special converter that provides education for children aged 2-11 with severe and complex Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD). The school operates under the Kingfisher Learning Trust, which emphasises a vision of "Endless Possibilities," aiming to create optimal learning environments tailored to the individual needs of each child.
The curriculum at Kingfisher is designed to be exciting and creative, ensuring that all pupils can access their learning effectively. The school also opened Ducklings Nursery in September 2021, catering to younger children who require specialist support. Kingfisher prioritises collaboration with families, fostering a supportive community where parents are encouraged to engage in their child's educational journey.
With a current enrolment of 214 pupils, Kingfisher Special School maintains a strong commitment to providing high-quality education and care. The school operates a nut-free environment and offers 32.5 hours of schooling each week, ensuring a safe and nurturing atmosphere for all students.
The curriculum at Kingfisher is designed to be exciting and creative, ensuring that all pupils can access their learning effectively. The school also opened Ducklings Nursery in September 2021, catering to younger children who require specialist support. Kingfisher prioritises collaboration with families, fostering a supportive community where parents are encouraged to engage in their child's educational journey.
With a current enrolment of 214 pupils, Kingfisher Special School maintains a strong commitment to providing high-quality education and care. The school operates a nut-free environment and offers 32.5 hours of schooling each week, ensuring a safe and nurturing atmosphere for all students.
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Nearby alternatives
- New Bridge School (72.0)
- The Kingfisher Community Special School (70.2)
- Hollinwood Academy (66.6)
- Iqra High School (60.5)
- Westwood High (59.9)
Key details
- LA
- Oldham
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- KINGFISHER LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 202
- Pupils
- 214
- Boys
- 161
- Girls
- 53
- FSM %
- 50.20
- Open date
- 2016-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-06-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 214 | 161 | 53 | 202 | 50.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 210 | 158 | 52 | 202 | 44.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 211 | 150 | 61 | 202 | 38.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 211 | 150 | 61 | 202 | 38.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 199 | 142 | 57 | 160 | 40.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 193 | 141 | 52 | 160 | 34.70 |
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