Oakland School part of Calthorpe Academy

• What they offer

  Oakland School, part of Calthorpe Academy, is a specialist school for autistic learners that opened in February 2025, with places for 48 learners across six classes organised by age group and individual need. It offers purpose-designed facilities including a large shared indoor learning space connected to classrooms and two outdoor areas promoting learning and independence, plus community access opportunities from its location next to Oakland Recreation Ground. Learners follow the personalised "Foundation for Life" curriculum, emphasising communication and social skills, emotional regulation and daily living skills, with a set school day running 09.00–15.20 and an on-site lunch menu on a three-week rotation.

• Ages served

  The school covers Key Stage Two and Key Stage Three; no specific ages in years are stated on this website.

• SEN support & staffing

  The school is specifically designed for learners with a diagnosis of ASD and is led by Head of Centre Antonio Ferraz. Highly trained staff specialise in supporting profoundly autistic learners, using strategies including the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), Makaton and Intensive Interaction to develop language and communication. Support is delivered in line with each learner's Education, Health & Care Plan, with the curriculum covering self-regulation, sensory needs, personal care, independence and community safety.

• How to book

  Not stated on this website.

• Cost

  Not stated on this website.

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