Oakwood School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Oakwood School
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Oakwood School
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- Barlestone CV13 0JD
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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 | Requires Improvement |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Academic Progress: Most pupils engage well with their learning, filling knowledge gaps.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Therapeutic interventions and a vocational curriculum engage reluctant pupils.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Lessons are sometimes disrupted but staff restore calm quickly.
Teacher Engagement: Leaders support teachers to think carefully about what and how they teach.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Well-trained staff provide consistent, nurture-based support.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Not all teachers clearly explain lesson goals, leaving pupils unsure.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff act quickly and effectively when issues arise, including bullying.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders have introduced an ambitious and structured curriculum.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders have robust processes and plans for increased pupil numbers.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Bullying rarely happens, staff handle it quickly if it does.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Risk assessments and support plans help manage emotions effectively.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Swift action on safeguarding concerns ensures pupil safety.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Regular training and risk assessments effectively support pupil welfare.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Positive behaviour but lessons can be disrupted.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Lunchtime clubs offer various activities for interests and talents.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils enjoy sports facilities and open spaces on school grounds.
Outdoor Facilities: Suitable outdoor spaces available for social and physical activities.
Career Counselling Services: Older pupils receive effective independent careers guidance.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Reading curriculum aims for fluency before leaving school.
Support for SEND: Evaluation of EHC plans improved understanding, but not all staff are fully aware of targets.
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Oakwood School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Leicestershire, East Midlands.
It has 63 students from age 5-18 yr.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 9th Jul 2025 - 24th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 27th Aug 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 8th Jul 2025 |
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