Visiting Alfreton Park School

We offer scheduled school tours throughout the year for families interested in learning about our provision and curriculum. During pre-bookable tours, Headteacher Josie O’Donnell presents our curriculum, vision, and values, while our leadership team guides you through our facilities.

Please call 01773 483330 to inquire about availability.

2025 TOUR UPDATE: All tours are fully booked. Due to high demand, our waiting list is currently closed. We will review wait list availability after September 2025.

Admissions Information

Students can join Alfreton Park School at any stage in their education journey:

  • Some begin at age three in our Early Years group
  • Many transfer from mainstream schools when they require more specialised support

About Our School

Alfreton Park is a Local Authority Maintained Special School serving students from Key Stages 1 through 5. To attend our school:

  • All students must have an Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP)
  • Our school specialises in supporting children with:
    • Severe Learning Disabilities
    • Autism Spectrum Disorders and related Communication Difficulties
    • Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities

All students at Alfreton Park work at levels significantly below Age Related Expectations (ARE).

Please note: Our school does not provide placements for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs who do not also have learning difficulties.

Sixth Form and Future Pathways

Many of our students choose to continue their education in our specialised Sixth Form program, which focuses on independence skills and preparation for life after school.

Admissions Process

Admissions can occur throughout the school year and are managed by the Local Authority (LA). For information and support:

Local Authority Placement

Alfreton Park School is part of Derbyshire’s Special Education provision. The Local Authority has final responsibility for student placements.

Special Needs Section Contact: Derbyshire County Council County Hall, Matlock DE4 3AG Phone: 01629 580000

Transition Support

After placement confirmation, our Family Support Officer Sharon will:

  • Visit your family
  • Connect with previous schools
  • Arrange transition visits
  • Support a smooth, stress-free move to Alfreton Park

School Transfers

When considering changing schools:

  • Inform the Headteacher of your plans
  • Request a Pupil Exit Form from the school office
  • Allow us to forward your child’s records

If we cannot confirm your child’s new school, we are required to report them as missing to Education Welfare Services. If you have privacy concerns about your new address, please discuss these with the Headteacher who can restrict access to this information appropriately.