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Oaks Park High School
- 2.6 (5 reviews)
- Secondary
- Redbridge IG2 7PQ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Most students stay for seven years and achieve well in public exams.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, work hard, and have good attendance.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders have begun important steps to reduce unnecessary workload.
Strengths and Challenges: Some subjects in Key Stage 3 are not taught in sufficient depth.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Pupils know staff will deal with concerns quickly, including bullying.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders need to ensure a broad and balanced curriculum in Year 9.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils confirmed all areas of the school are safe; staff deal with bullying quickly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: All staff are vigilant about pupil care; strong positive relationships with pupils' families.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of extracurricular activities, but not all Year 9 pupils participate.
Career Counselling Services: School recognized for its work in careers education.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth form students are prepared well for higher education, including university courses.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND prosper due to accurate identification and support.
Subjects Offered: Well-planned subject program in years 9 to 11 ensures GCSE success.
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Oaks Park High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1833 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 60% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
97.40% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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In Newbury Park, Essex, there is a multi-ethnic mixed comprehensive school called Oaks Park.
At Oaks Park, we currently have close to 1900 students, together with a sizable and growing Sixth Form.
At Oaks Park, we prioritise everyone achieving their potential and welcome students of all skill levels.
We are pleased with all of our kids' accomplishments.
A crucial aspect of the institution is the achievement of our Sixth Form.
Each year, a sizable number of students depart Oaks Park for colleges all throughout the nation.
Consequently the school offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities.
Numerous accolades have been given to the institution in recognition of its success.
Due to the efforts of our Travel Green Team, we recently received the title "School of the Region" for the second time. We have also recently had our Investors in Careers and International Schools Awards renewed.
We are eager to have you as a student at Oaks Park High School.
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At Oaks Park, we currently have close to 1900 students, together with a sizable and growing Sixth Form.
At Oaks Park, we prioritise everyone achieving their potential and welcome students of all skill levels.
We are pleased with all of our kids' accomplishments.
A crucial aspect of the institution is the achievement of our Sixth Form.
Each year, a sizable number of students depart Oaks Park for colleges all throughout the nation.
Consequently the school offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities.
Numerous accolades have been given to the institution in recognition of its success.
Due to the efforts of our Travel Green Team, we recently received the title "School of the Region" for the second time. We have also recently had our Investors in Careers and International Schools Awards renewed.
We are eager to have you as a student at Oaks Park High School.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
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A-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-19 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.1 | - | 20.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 60% | 34% | 70% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 12.30% | - | 10.50% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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 | 0.50 | 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 | 52.9 | 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 | 60% | 45.3% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% | 56.7% | 42.99% |
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 | 59% | 33.11% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 24% | 17.93% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 38% | 22.59% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.85 | 3.68 | 2.82 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% | 94.71% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 299 | 184 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 93.43% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 16.76% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 60% | 63.24% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 3.43% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.1% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.52% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 0.86% | 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 | 0.34 | 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 | 52.3 | 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 | 54% | 49.24% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 59.56% | 45.26% |
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 | 57% | 36.32% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 24% | 21.6% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 36% | 27.36% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.82 | 3.94 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% | 96.86% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 296 | 181 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 96.24% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 19.24% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 66% | 64.24% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 2.9% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.24% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 0.24% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.24% | 2.15% |
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 | 0.59 | 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 | 51.8 | 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 | 53% 1 | 46.29% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% 3 | 58.58% | 43.34% |
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% | 36.63% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 11 | 22.38% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% 13 | 28.04% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.53 | 3.97 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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 | 93% | 91.67% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 237 | 164 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 89.9% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 12.95% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 66% | 63.86% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 3.38% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 9.81% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.14% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.71% | 2.76% |
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 | 0.76 | 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 | 54.1 | 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 | 52% 4 | 46.17% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% 2 | 59.22% | 42.58% |
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 | 29% | 35.78% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% 2 | 21.78% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 24% 5 | 27.65% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.73 | 4.1 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% | 86.7% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 242 | 168 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 80.25% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 13.1% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | 60% | 63.3% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.4% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.3% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.3% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.25% | 2.06% |
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 | 49 | 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 | 48% | 47.95% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% | 61.73% | 43.04% |
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 | 25% | 36.82% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 25.91% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% | 27.23% | 16.23% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% | 91.21% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 245 | 177 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 39.89% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 15.58% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | 65% | 64.37% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.26% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.47% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.74% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.68% | 2.46% |
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 | 34.89 | 33.5 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.08 | 33.8 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.30% | 14.39% | 13.64% |
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 | 190 | 162 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 82% | 77.65% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 3.41% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 9.71% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 6.41% | 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 | 37.03 | 36.79 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.54 | 37.32 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.9% | 21.65% | 17.69% |
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 | 190 | 170 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 77% | 78.94% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 2.29% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 4% | 4.94% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 8.65% | 10.7% |
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 | 31.96 1 | 31.38 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.64 3 | 32.41 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.5% | 14.68% | 13.04% |
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 | 189 | 155 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | 70% | 75.06% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4.13% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 9.5% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 7.13% | 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 | 30.74 1 | 31.85 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.05 4 | 32.85 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.1% | 14.99% | 13.34% |
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 | - | 8 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 21 | 13.19% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 3.31% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 7.81% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 4% | 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 | 29.85 | 28.55 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.34 | 30.79 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.9% | 15.09% | 12.63% |
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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 10 | 14.06% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 2.59% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 9.29% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 5.29% | 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 | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Oaks Park High School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1