Oakwood Learning Centre

New Biggin Lane, Darlington, DL2 2UH

Independent special school for ages 8–18 in Darlington. Mixed intake.

Oakwood Learning Centre is a very small independent special school in Darlington for boys and girls aged 8 to 18. Its provision covers autistic spectrum disorder, social, emotional and mental health needs, moderate learning difficulty and other difficulties or disabilities.

Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in September 2023, and the inspection found all independent school standards met. The school is registered for mixed pupils and sits in a smaller rural area nearer to a major town or city.

Ages 8–18 · All-through

13 pupils · On roll

Independent special school · Mixed

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Primary applications close on 15 January 2027; secondary applications close on 31 October 2026. Sign in and create a planner to keep the deadline and school visits together. See Darlington’s deadlines and how to apply →