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Oakgrove School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Oakgrove School is a academy converter special school in Milton Keynes , serving pupils aged 3–19, with 2505 pupils, and a capacity of 2132 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–19

Age range

2,505

Pupils

2,132

Capacity

117%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Oakgrove School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Oakgrove School follows a different process from mainstream schools. Milton Keynes assesses each child's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) to determine appropriate placement — catchment area does not apply in the same way as mainstream admissions.

Currently oversubscribed: 2505 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 2132 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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For more information on how Milton Keynes assesses EHCP placements and which schools are named, contact the council's SEND team directly. The council must publish its Local Offer explaining available provision.

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Oakgrove School — School Information

Full address
Venturer Gate, Milton Keynes, MK10 9JQ
Local authority
Milton Keynes
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Special
Age range
3–19 years
Free school meals
16.6% of pupils
DfE URN
136454

Other Special Schools in Milton Keynes

If Oakgrove School is oversubscribed, these special schools in Milton Keynes are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Oakgrove School

Is Oakgrove School oversubscribed?

Yes — Oakgrove School currently has 2505 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 2132 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Oakgrove School?

Admission to Oakgrove School is managed by Milton Keynes. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Oakgrove School cover?

Oakgrove School is a special school in Milton Keynes, serving pupils aged 3–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Oakgrove School?

Oakgrove School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.