Oak Field School

Overview

Oak Field School continues to be an outstanding school, providing exceptional care for pupils with complex needs. The report highlights a welcoming environment where staff possess detailed knowledge of each child’s health and special educational needs, enabling precise support that allows pupils to flourish. Leaders maintain high ambitions for all pupils, ensuring they receive a tailored education that prepares them well for their next steps.

Strengths

• Staff are highly trained and skilled in meeting complex needs, fostering "very positive" relationships where pupils feel safe and happy.
• The curriculum is ambitious and carefully adapted, with meticulous plans for each child’s progress through "small-step targets" and sensory activities.
• Communication is prioritised "everywhere, all the time, with everybody," with staff understanding individual preferences to reduce anxiety and frustration.
• Pupils benefit from extensive outdoor education, cultural trips, and therapeutic activities that broaden their "cultural capital" and physical development.
• Leaders provide strong support for staff well-being, creating a culture where staff are "proud to work at the school."

Areas to improve

The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with an open and positive culture that puts pupils’ interests first.