Oswaldtwistle School is a pupil referral unit in Accrington, Lancashire, for children and young people aged 11 to 16.
- Ages 11–16
- 96 pupils
- Ofsted: Good
School details
- Type
- Pupil referral unit
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Boys and girls
- Boys and girls
- Pupils
- 96 (places for 90)
- Headteacher
- Mr Christopher Whittaker (Headteacher)
- Opened
- 1 April 2003
- Free school meals
- 70.8% of pupils eligible
- Council
- Lancashire
- School reference (URN)
- 134127
How to get a place
3 steps
- Talk to your child’s school or the council
Places in alternative provision are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Lancashire council, rather than applied for directly.
- If your child has an EHC plan
The placement should be agreed through the plan, with you involved in the decision.
- Get free, independent advice
Your local SENDIASS can explain your options and come to meetings with you.
Questions to ask when you visit
8 questions to tick off as you go
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Ofsted
Rated Good, January 2019; standards maintained (November 2024)
Rated Good at its last graded inspection, in January 2019. That was some time ago, so read the latest report for the full picture.
- Leadership and managementGood
- SafeguardingEffective
Since then: Standards maintained (ungraded inspection, November 2024).
Contact and getting there
Union Road, Oswaldtwistle, Accrington, BB5 3DA
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Directions: Walk Public transport Drive
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Other SEND schools nearby
- Oswaldtwistle Moor End Primary School Mainstream + base · Ages 3–11 · Ofsted: Good 0.5 miles
- Oswaldtwistle White Ash School Special school · Ages 2–11 · Ofsted: Outstanding 0.6 miles
- The Willows Independent · Ages 5–16 · Ofsted: Good 1.6 miles
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Questions about Oswaldtwistle School
How do I get a place at Oswaldtwistle School?
Places at Oswaldtwistle School are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Lancashire council rather than applied for directly. If your child has an EHC plan, the placement should be agreed through it.
What ages does Oswaldtwistle School take?
Aged 11 to 16, boys and girls.
What is Oswaldtwistle School’s Ofsted rating?
Rated Good by Ofsted in November 2024 at its last graded inspection. Newer inspections no longer give a single overall grade, so read the latest report for the full picture.
Where is Oswaldtwistle School?
Union Road, Oswaldtwistle, Accrington, BB5 3DA, in Lancashire.
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