ABOUT US
Hearts of Oak - the Barnet Special Education foundation Trust - is a registered charity formed by parents, governors and teachers from 3 Special educational settings
in the London Borough of Barnet.
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Since its foundation, Hearts of Oak has raised over £300,000 for the direct benefit of the students .
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Hearts of Oak is run by an unpaid team of volunteers; we have zero operating expenses and ensure that every single penny donated goes directly to helping students.
The 3 settings supported by the Charity include;
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​Oak Lodge School founded in 1916
A special school managed by Barnet Special Education Trust, which now accommodates up to 200 young people aged 11-19 with a wide range of learning disabilities and additional needs
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​Oak Bridge Founded in 2018
A special Post-16 Institution managed by Barnet Special Education Trust,
which offers personalised placements for young adults aged 18 - 24 with SEN.
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​​The Windmill School Founded in 2023
An all-through special school managed by Barnet Special Education Trust
for up to 90 children and young people with a diagnosed autism spectrum condition.
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The Aim of the Charity is to advance the education of young people attending all 3 settings , by raising funds for the provision of facilities, resources and equipment , not normally provided by statutory authorities.​​
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