The Oakwood Academy

About The Oakwood Academy

The Oakwood Academy benefits from wonderfully spacious and light buildings, set in beautifully landscaped surroundings. We believe examination success provides our students with the best opportunities in life, therefore we have the highest expectations of our students, and we are ambitious for them to achieve their academic potential.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Headteacher's name not specified

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 4.3

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.7

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

43.9

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

39.2

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.75

Progress 8

Well below average

29.8%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

52.3%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

61.6% entered EBacc

15.2% achieved EBacc

151 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

R

Raj K.

Parent Dec 15, 2022

4.0

"Mixed Feelings About Our Experience"

While our child is generally happy at The Oakwood Academy, we've experienced some inconsistencies in teaching quality and communication from the school. That being said, the facilities are excellent and the staff are trying to do their best.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily W.

Parent Sep 22, 2022

5.0

"Fantastic School in Every Way!"

The Oakwood Academy has exceeded all of our expectations. My son has settled in beautifully and is thriving in a supportive and inclusive environment. The facilities are amazing and the teachers are passionate and dedicated.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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James B.

Parent Mar 1, 2022

5.0

"A Great Start to Senior School"

We're really impressed with The Oakwood Academy's commitment to academic excellence and their emphasis on personal growth. Our daughter is enjoying the extracurricular activities and the staff are always available to offer support and guidance.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sophie D.

Parent Jun 21, 2021

4.0

"Oakwood Academy - A School That Truly Cares"

My son had a wonderful experience at The Oakwood Academy. The teachers went above and beyond to help him succeed, and the pastoral care was always top-notch. He made lifelong friends and is now thriving at university.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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