Oakfield Park School

Oakfield Park School, located on Barnsley Road in Pontefract, West Yorkshire, is a community special school catering to students aged 11 to 19 with severe, complex, or profound multiple learning difficulties. The school currently enrolls 177 students, surpassing its previous capacity of 162, reflecting its commitment to serving a growing and diverse community. The school prides itself on inclusivity and does not adhere to any religious character, ensuring a secular and accessible approach to education. With its main site in Ackworth and additional satellite sites at Thornes Park and Sandal in Wakefield, the school offers specialized education tailored to meet the unique needs of its students, many of whom have additional challenges such as autism and sensory impairments. This strategic location and multiple sites make it a vital educational resource for families in the surrounding urban and suburban areas, providing essential services to its diverse student body.