Park School
Park School is an independent special school in West Oxfordshire for pupils aged 7 to 18. It has 60 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Park School is Good, from an inspection in December 2025.
Ofsted inspection: December 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 7-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Southcombe Chipping Norton Oxfordshire Oxford Oxfordshire OX7 5QH |
| Phone | 01608644621 |
| Reference Number | 123326 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 60 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 70%
Girls: 30% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Park School is likely to meet the independent school standards if the requested material change to increase its capacity is approved. The school prioritizes safeguarding and health and safety, having established comprehensive policies and regular training for staff to address the specific vulnerabilities of its pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Leadership is proactive in maintaining rigorous oversight of safeguarding practices and school operations. With a focus on quality education, the school is thoughtfully planning to incrementally increase its pupil numbers in alignment with demand for specialist provisions.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 05 Nov 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 05 Nov 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 25 Feb 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 16 Jul 2024 | Additional inspection |
| 15 Mar 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 20 Feb 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 07 Apr 2017 | Additional inspection |
| 21 Oct 2014 | Standard inspection: |
| 25 Jan 2011 | Standard inspection: |
| 17 Jan 2008 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong focus on safeguarding with regular staff training
- Timely and systematic recording of safeguarding concerns
- High staff-to-pupil ratios ensure effective supervision
- Clean and well-maintained premises with adequate safety checks
- Comprehensive health and safety policies are in place
- Diverse and well-appointed accommodation suitable for educational needs
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Park School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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Holy Trinity Catholic School, Chipping Norton
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1.17 miles |
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4.21 miles |
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| Name | Distance |
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Chipping Norton School
Burford Road, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 5DY |
1.4 miles |
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What is Park School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Park School is Good, from an inspection in December 2025.
When was Park School last inspected by Ofsted?
Park School was last inspected in December 2025.
How many pupils does Park School have?
Park School has 60 pupils on roll.
What age range does Park School cover?
Park School for pupils aged 7 to 18.
Where is Park School?
Park School is at Southcombe, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX7 5QH.