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Oakgrove School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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Oakgrove School
- 3.3 (3 reviews)
- All-through
- Milton Keynes MK10 9JQ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils reach above-average levels of attainment across all phases of the school, making good progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Attendance and behavior are excellent; pupils demonstrate courtesy and respect.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND make good progress, supported well by additional funding and resources.
Teacher Engagement: Leaders monitor teaching quality carefully and offer useful training to improve teaching and leadership skills.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Good teaching helps pupils learn well through structured resources and effective questioning.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Emerging impact of current work to challenge pupils through questioning is evident.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents engage positively in planned opportunities to come into school and see their children learning.
Communication with Parents: Parents are highly positive about communication and have great confidence in the school鈥檚 provisions.
Parent Satisfaction: Responses to parent surveys gathered by school leaders are highly positive.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders act decisively to address any issues brought to their attention, supporting a safe environment.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders' focused work has improved outcomes and ensured that teaching challenges pupils consistently.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Bullying is rare and handled well; rigorous safeguarding arrangements ensure pupil safety.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: High priority given to welfare with extensive opportunities nurturing pupils鈥� self-awareness.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Students benefit from diverse experiences complementing their academic learning.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Useful opportunities for personal development beyond the taught curriculum are monitored closely.
Career Counselling Services: Highly effective careers education and guidance enable ambitious decisions for future steps.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Pupils are very well-prepared for future stages with a broad range of good-quality qualifications.
Support for SEND: Pupils with SEND make good progress with adequate support and additional resources.
Subjects Offered: Broad and inspiring curriculum meets both academic and pastoral needs.
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About Us
Oakgrove School is a top rated, All-through, Co-Ed school located in Buckinghamshire County, South East.
It has 2490 students from age 3-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 66% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
94.90% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 106 | 94 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 95 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 67% | 53.52% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 7.6% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.6 | Average |
| Writing | 0.1 | Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 106 | 91 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 | 89 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 73% | 56.5% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% | 9.59% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 85 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 85 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 52.84% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 7.98% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 84 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 84 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 50.88% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 6.29% | 8.19% |
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| Subject | Progress score | Description |
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| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.39 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 56.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% | 27.83% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 88% | 40.43% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 15% | 20.04% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 6.96% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% | 10.7% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.74 | 2.42 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 95% | 93.44% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 300 | 180 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 87.63% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 25.13% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 59% | 36.5% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | SP | 0% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 25.88% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 1.31% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 4.44% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.51 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 59.2 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 24.3% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 85% | 35.39% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 20% | 17.91% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 7.7% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% | 10.61% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.02 | 2.27 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 96% | 93.44% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 296 | 177 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 90.13% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 25.94% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 60% | 37.31% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 26.63% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.88% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.38% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.07 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 51.9 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 51% 7 | 26.47% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 77% 10 | 40.37% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 43% | 24.95% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% 6 | 8.21% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% 4 | 12.63% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.52 | 2.53 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 95% | 93.8% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 197 | 154 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 89.27% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 23% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 61% | 39.4% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 0.07% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 26.87% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.67% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.87% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.13 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 51.7 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% 14 | 25.26% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% 12 | 37.42% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 50% | 22.84% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 23% 6 | 8.21% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% | 11.42% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.62 | 2.26 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 98% | 87.07% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 208 | 151 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 82.13% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 19.73% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 60% | 42% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 19.33% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.73% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 1.8% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.06 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 53.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% | 31.81% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 79% | 47% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 41% | 31.44% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 29% | 15.56% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% | 17.06% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 95% | 79.6% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 200 | 152 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 53.6% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 17.47% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 59% | 40.4% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 12.6% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.33% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 2.73% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 33.32 | 26.68 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.35 | 27.69 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.40% | 10.82% | 13.67% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 128 | 207 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 71% | 60.82% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 4.55% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 21.91% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 8% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 39.51 | 27.91 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.68 | 28.73 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 23.9% | 11.36% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 122 | 222 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 74% | 62.17% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 3.5% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 19.67% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 10.58% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 31.76 3 | 26.5 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.45 3 | 25.41 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.1% | 7.72% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 87 | 236 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 76% | 58.64% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 5.36% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 23.45% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 8.36% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 28.88 4 | 25.72 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.26 3 | 23.04 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.7% | 7.78% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 14 | 25.27% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 3.27% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 15.36% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.55% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 32.9 | 25.82 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.91 | 27.52 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.3% | 8.39% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 14 | 37.64% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 5.64% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 22% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.27% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Oakgrove School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1