Oakwood Learning Centre - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Oakwood Learning Centre
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Oakwood Learning Centre
- Middle Deemed Secondary
- Heighington DL2 2UH
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| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Academic Progress: Pupils study a wide range of subjects with strong support, quickly becoming confident learners.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour is positive; bullying hardly ever happens.
Qualifications and Training: All teachers have strong subject knowledge and effective plans.
Current Educational Practices: Staff revisit key learning regularly; adapt lessons to meet needs.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff make sure pupils get the most out of every lesson, supporting their individual needs.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents have opportunities to give feedback through regular communication.
Communication: Leaders have established strong lines of communication between home and school.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents speak very highly of the school; 'Our child is flourishing.'
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff listen to pupils; conflicts and concerns are effectively addressed.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have established an aspirational curriculum and support pupils' needs thoroughly.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying hardly ever happens; staff maintain a safe environment.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff support pupils quickly, confidently; no disruption to lessons.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils enjoy a wide range of trips and activities outside of school.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Activities broaden interests and build on talents; well-balanced approach.
Outdoor Facilities: School’s building, outdoor spaces, and safety equipment are maintained to a high standard.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils receive up-to-date careers guidance from an independent adviser.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Older pupils engaged in vocational courses and employability programmes.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND are well supported; staff adapt lessons skillfully.
Subjects Offered: Pupils follow the national curriculum and take many qualifications.
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Oakwood Learning Centre is a Middle Deemed Secondary, Co-Ed school located in County Durham, North East.
It has 12 students from age 8-18 yr.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Middle Deemed Secondary | Middle Deemed Secondary |
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| Type | Special Schools | Special Schools |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | - |
| Age range | 8-18 | 8-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | £14,014 |
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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 | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st 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 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
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