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Oakwood Academy
- Middle Deemed Secondary
- Salford M30 9DY
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make excellent progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ behaviour is outstanding, showing kindness and patience.
Qualifications and Training: Staff receive relevant professional development.
Current Educational Practices: Involvement in research projects impacts positively on pupils.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff are committed, enthusiastic, and have excellent subject knowledge.
Communication: Parents' views considered, quick support offered.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents express positive views about the school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Passionate headteacher ensures high standards.
Actions for Quality Improvement: High expectations lead to strong outcomes for pupils.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Incidents rare and handled effectively.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: School environment well-maintained, pupils feel safe.
Outdoor Facilities: Newly installed outdoor equipment.
Career Counselling Services: Dedicated careers adviser develops work placements.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Well-prepared for transition to sixth form.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Strong support from student teachers specializing in SEN.
Subjects Offered: Wide range of accredited courses including GCSEs.
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Oakwood Academy is a top rated, Middle Deemed Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 315 students from age 9-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 9 : 1.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Oakwood Academy is a special school for students with a variety of moderate and/or complicated learning challenges who are between the ages of 9 and 19. At Oakwood Academy, we promote respect for the core British ideals of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and tolerance for people of all religions and beliefs. Parents, instructors, and students have access to information, counsel, and direction through Career Connect. To learn more, please click the link provided on this page. Please select the download in the section below to view the school development plan. to motivate students to adopt positive attitudes in learning the fundamentals. to promote placing students in regular high schools whenever it is possible. to promote students' equality of opportunity in a positive learning environment. to keep track of and review the development of the students through action plans and frequent reviews. to create and solidify supporting connections between the community and the school. to foster common ideals throughout the curriculum and extracurricular activities of the school. All subject areas in schools use computers, laptops, visualisers, interactive whiteboards, etc. Information and communication technology is widely used. The most recent technological advancements can be used by both staff and students to improve their job. Our school is growing in importance within the neighbourhood and frequently collaborates on initiatives with neighbourhood primary schools, civic organisations, and business, contributing resources and knowledge in the process. Our school has a long history of producing students who excel in all facets of life, including those who have earned the Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award and sports personalities. We are proud of our school, and it shows in the way the facilities are maintained and the exhibits of student work that decorate them. The ambitious and intriguing intentions we have for the future are known to all of the people involved with Oakwood.
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| Phase of Education | Middle Deemed Secondary | Middle Deemed Secondary |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
A
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B-
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good |
| Age range | 9-19 | 7-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 9.8 | 9.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | 103 |
| Proficient Read | - | 106 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 0% | 0% |
| 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 | - | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 100 | 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 | 0% | 52.67% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.9% | 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 | -20.3 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -19.4 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -20 | Well 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 | - | 101 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 100 | 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 | 0% | 64.16% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.27% | 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 | -20.5 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -22.0 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -22.3 | Well 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 | - | 101 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 101 | 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 | 0% | 65.39% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.89% | 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 | -21.6 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -21.2 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -21.5 | Well 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 | - | 101 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 100 | 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 | 0% | 61.23% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.31% | 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 | -11.3 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -10.5 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -11.8 | Well Below Average |
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 | -2.06 | 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 | 1.2 | 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 | 0% | 22.81% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 34% | 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 | 0% | 13.38% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 5.25% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 7.66% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.07 | 2.2 | 2.83 |
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 | 94% | 88% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 33 | 129 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 79.75% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 52.19% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 2.81% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 13.56% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 70% | 11.13% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 5.31% | 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 | -2 | 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 | 1.3 | 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 | 0% | 27.21% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 40.52% | 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 | 0% | 15.41% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 6.66% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 9.86% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.06 | 2.53 | 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 | 91% | 89.25% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 35 | 125 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 83.88% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 3% | 55.31% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 2% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 11.81% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 89% | 14.81% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.5% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.94% | 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 | -1.5 | 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 | 3.9 | 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 | 0% | 22.73% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 35.96% | 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 | 0% | 20.96% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 6.96% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 11.08% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.07 | 2.24 | 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 | 100% | 92.18% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 28 | 105 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 81.82% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 52.55% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 5% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 9.27% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 68% | 15.09% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.73% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 6.55% | 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 | -1.68 | 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 | 2.8 | 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 | 0% | 24.52% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 37.04% | 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 | 0% | 16.48% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 6.87% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 10.04% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.04 | 2.26 | 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 | 98% | 82% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 46 | 104 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 72.1% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 52% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 4% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 8.9% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 50% | 5.8% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.8% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4.5% | 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 | -1.5 | 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 | 4 | 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 | 0% | 24.38% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 37.25% | 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 | 0% | 19.63% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 10.19% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 11.56% | 16.26% |
| 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 | 85% | 86.63% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 33 | 118 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 63.5% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 45% | 60.75% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 2.75% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 10.75% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 7.5% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 5% | 2.45% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th 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 | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 19th 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
9 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Oakwood Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1