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School · SpecialiSource and licenceOfficial record from Get Information about Schools (DfE). Results, attendance, pupil numbers, finance and inspection outcomes are from the Department for Education and Ofsted, as published.Governor records: Get Information about Schools, as at 25 October 2026.Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.Governance Register calculates the connections.How we handle data

The Woodlands School

Community special school in Milton Keynes (Milton Keynes).

Pupils
239
on roll
Ofsted
Ungraded inspection
inspected May 2022
Attendance rate
92.8%
2024/25 academic year
Pupil : Teacher
6.2
2025/26
Eligible for free school meals
42.7%
school census 15/01/2026
SEN support
0.0%
2025/26
Capacity
110%
239 / 218 pupils
register figure (GIAS)
Teacher turnover
13.9%
2024/25

Location

iSchool location from Get Information about Schools. Nearby schools are coloured by phase. Open Map+ for a full-screen map with neighbourhood deprivation (England only).

About

iWritten by WhatSchool from official school data (Get Information about Schools, DfE and Ofsted).

Welcome to our school website, I hope you are able to find all the information that you require. The Woodlands School is a specialist provision for children and young people with Autism or Social Communication Difficulties Disorder with associated learning difficulties. We are a proud, vibrant community dedicated to the education and development of students with Autism.

We firmly believe that disability does not limit what individuals can achieve. Our commitment is to foster an environment where each student is valued for their unique strengths and abilities. At The Woodlands School, we celebrate the achievements of our students, both big and small. Every milestone reached is a testament to their hard work and resilience.

We understand that every child learns at their own pace, and it is our mission to provide personalised support that encourages growth and independence. My experienced staff employ a variety of teaching methods and approaches tailored to meet the diverse needs of our students, ensuring that each one has the opportunity to thrive.

We recognise that education is about more than academic success; it is also about preparing students for life beyond school. With this in mind, we focus on developing essential life skills that empower our students to become independent, successful adults.

Enrichment

4 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.
  • Band
  • Duke of Edinburgh
  • Lego
  • Forest School

Awards

1 awardiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.
  • Duke of EdinburghPersonal development

Key facts

URN
110584
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Ages
4 to 19
Gender
Mixed
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Nursery
No Nursery Classes
Local authority
Milton Keynes
Constituency
Milton Keynes Central
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city

Governing body (7 current, 6 former)

Special schools governing body.

Leadership

NameRoleHow appointedTerm
Amanda FarrChair of GovernorsAppointed by GB/boardsince 2025 · until 2028

Full governing body

NameRoleHow appointedTerm
Ms Zoe BainesGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2026 · until 2030
Mrs Caroline PhillipsGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2025 · until 2029
Louise ColvinGovernorElected by parentssince 2025 · until 2029
Louise LambertGovernorElected by school staffsince 2024 · until 2028
Mrs Namrata KothariGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027
Sarah CleaverGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027
Mrs Moira Roskilly FormerGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2025 · term ended 2026
Mrs Cathy Mingo FormerGovernorElected by parentssince 2023 · term ended 2026
Miss Nicola Slaughter FormerGovernorNominated by other body and appointed by GBsince 2023 · term ended 2026
Mr Luke Colvin FormerGovernorNominated by other body and appointed by GBsince 2023 · term ended 2026
Mr Justin Tunley FormerGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2023 · term ended 2026
Mrs Beverley Sabey FormerGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2023 · term ended 2026

Source: Department for Education, Get Information about Schools (governance records, as at 25 October 2026). Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Names are shown as published; there are no addresses or contact details. Current and former are worked out from term end dates when the page loads. Object or ask for removal · Report an issue with this record