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The Oaks Primary School & Nursery
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The Oaks Primary School & Nursery
- Primary
- Crawley RH10 5DP
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| This inspection | Good |
| How well children and young people are helped and protected in the residential provision | Good |
| The effectiveness of leaders and managers in the residential provision | Good |
| Overall experiences and progress of children and young people in the residential provision | Good |
| Impact and effectiveness of leaders and managers in the residential provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils develop good knowledge of punctuation and grammar systematically across the school.
Success of the Curriculum: The degree of challenge in tasks for the most able pupils is usually appropriate.
Foundational Skills: School prioritises phonics teaching from Reception.
Success of the Curriculum: Ambitious, well-sequenced curriculum yields positive outcomes.
Areas Needing Improvement: Increase the degree of challenge in some mathematical tasks to ensure progress strengthens.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subjects lack detailed teaching guidance.
Performance in Maths & Reading: More pupils are working at greater depth in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff intervene effectively during lessons to help at risk pupils.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils enjoy school, are keen learners, and rarely experience bullying.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Improved mathematics instruction; routine checks in some subjects.
Support for Falling Behind: Precise, individual adaptations for pupils with SEND.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are well-mannered and respectful, disruptions rare.
Support for SEND Pupils: Teaching and support staff are planned with care to meet the different needs of disadvantaged pupils.
Support for SEND Pupils: Adaptations ensure successful learning.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff receive regular training, and promptly act on any concerns using the school's referral system.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils feel safe and know what to do if they have any worries.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Calm, reassuring approach helps manage behaviour.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Warm atmosphere with well-planned personal development.
Parental Involvement: Parents value the way staff support their children to develop good personal and social skills.
Parent Feedback: Most parents praised staff鈥檚 efforts, but a very small minority want better communication.
Parent Feedback: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to express opinions.
Outdoor Facilities: Since the previous inspection, you have improved the early years outside area.
Extracurricular Activities: Varied experiences enhance learning like visiting local museums.
Teacher Engagement: Middle leaders support staff to improve their practice effectively.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers鈥� careful modelling of calculations ensures accurate task completion.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Subject and middle leaders monitor the quality of teaching and learning accurately.
Impact on Student Progress: Strong teaching supported by structured training.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Staff collaborate within the trust for better outcomes.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Questioning does not always stretch pupils' thinking in mathematics.
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About Us
The Oaks Primary School & Nursery is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Sussex, South East.
It has 433 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 59% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Strong foundations in all areas of development will enable every child to grow independent and prosper, and everyone in the school is dedicated to giving all of our students the best start in life.
The Oaks expects all employees and volunteers to share its commitment to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all of our children.
Along with our Health and Safety policy and Prevent strategy, we also have a comprehensive child protection policy in place.
I am our designated employee for child protection and safeguarding because I am the headteacher; in my absence, Mr. Gary Mainwaring, the deputy headteacher, and Mrs. Sam Winton, the assistant headteacher, both of whom have received full training, can handle any concerns about safeguarding or child protection.
Contact MASH if you have any immediate safety concerns (01403 229900).
Parents are a child's first teachers, and we strongly believe in collaborating with them throughout the course of a child's time at our school.
We think that having strong morals and a good outlook are essential for developing into lifelong learners and contributing members of society.
Our school's motto, "Roots to develop, wings to fly, success and confidence for all," captures the school's supportive culture and core principles.
We are excited to welcome your kid to The Oaks and our school community if you are a new or prospective parent.
Visits to our school are very welcome. To schedule a visit or to ask any questions, please get in touch with the school office by email or by calling us at 01293 527473.
Call West Sussex County Council at 03330142903 for information regarding school admissions for your child, whether they are joining our Reception class or another year group.
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The Oaks expects all employees and volunteers to share its commitment to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all of our children.
Along with our Health and Safety policy and Prevent strategy, we also have a comprehensive child protection policy in place.
I am our designated employee for child protection and safeguarding because I am the headteacher; in my absence, Mr. Gary Mainwaring, the deputy headteacher, and Mrs. Sam Winton, the assistant headteacher, both of whom have received full training, can handle any concerns about safeguarding or child protection.
Contact MASH if you have any immediate safety concerns (01403 229900).
Parents are a child's first teachers, and we strongly believe in collaborating with them throughout the course of a child's time at our school.
We think that having strong morals and a good outlook are essential for developing into lifelong learners and contributing members of society.
Our school's motto, "Roots to develop, wings to fly, success and confidence for all," captures the school's supportive culture and core principles.
We are excited to welcome your kid to The Oaks and our school community if you are a new or prospective parent.
Visits to our school are very welcome. To schedule a visit or to ask any questions, please get in touch with the school office by email or by calling us at 01293 527473.
Call West Sussex County Council at 03330142903 for information regarding school admissions for your child, whether they are joining our Reception class or another year group.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
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B-
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B
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 2-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22 | 21.5 | 20.6 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 103 | 98 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 104 | 99 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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 | 103 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 98 | 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 | 59% | 51.66% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% | 5.18% | 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 | -1 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | -2 | Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
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.
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 | 103 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 2 | 96 | 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 | 58% 2 | 57.54% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% 3 | 6.56% | 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 | 0.0 | Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | Below 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 | 103 1 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 3 | 97 | 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 | 60% 6 | 57.02% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% 5 | 6.51% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.1 | Below 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 | 102 | 88 | 93 |
| Reading | 102 | 89 | 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 | 54% | 48.01% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 4.61% | 8.19% |
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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | Below Average |
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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 | 23rd Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd 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 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Oaks Primary School & Nursery
Local authority ratio 19 : 1