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Oaklands Primary School | Ofsted Ratings, SEN, Reviews & Admission 2026
Oaklands Primary School
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Oaklands Primary School
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- Yeovil BA20 2DU
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The school has prioritised the teaching of phonics.
Success of the Curriculum: The well-structured curriculum is evident in mathematics.
Areas Needing Improvement: In a minority of subjects, pupils have some gaps in their knowledge.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Staff continually check pupils’ understanding before introducing new sounds.
Support for Falling Behind: Interventions tailored to the needs of pupils ensure they catch up quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ behaviour is exemplary. They are polite and respectful.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND learn the full curriculum alongside their peers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and know that if they have a concern there is an adult to whom they can speak.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Parents appreciate how staff support and nurture their children.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate how staff support and nurture their children.
Parental Involvement: The school builds close and trusting relationships with families to ensure they receive personalised support.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils appreciate the wide range of clubs on offer, such as cookery club and gardening club.
Teacher Engagement: Staff have high levels of expertise.
Impact on Student Progress: As a result, pupils achieve well.
Teaching Staff Challenges: In a minority of subjects, pupils have some gaps in their knowledge.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: The school must continue to refine assessment to identify what pupils already know and to close any gaps in learning across the wider curriculum.
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Oaklands Primary School is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed school located in Somerset, South West.
It has 428 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 62% 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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Our school offers 16 classes, with two for students with autism and two for each year group. Students in the Foundation Stage to Year 6 take on the challenge of giving it their all and succeeding in their objectives. The core of everything we do is centred on our school's motto, "We care, we learn, we succeed." Our crew is made up of a highly qualified and dedicated group of individuals who collaborate with parents to get the greatest results for each child. We offer a comprehensive curriculum with high expectations where everyone is encouraged and supported to flourish. We are a "Good" school with excellent features (OFSTED June 2014 and May 2018). This website seeks to provide current information for parents, students, and the larger community while also giving you a sense of the school. We really hope you locate the data you need. Please don't hesitate to get in touch with the school if you have any questions.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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B-
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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-7 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.8 | 25.8 | 22.5 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 109 | - |
| 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 | 90 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 92 | 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 | 62% | 48.88% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 6.42% | 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 | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 4.9 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 0.9 | Above 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 | 105 2 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 1 | 94 | 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 | 65% 1 | 57.33% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 9.22% | 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 | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.3 | 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 1 | 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 | 66% 5 | 59.12% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% 5 | 8.19% | 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 | 0.6 | Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.3 | 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 | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 92 | 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 | 61% | 53.44% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 8.13% | 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 | 0.6 | Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | Below Average |
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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 - 1st Sep 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
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Oaklands Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
