Oak Lodge School
| Type | Special School / Community special school |
| Age Range | 10-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | 101 Nightingale Lane Balham London SW12 8NA |
| Phone | 02086733453 |
| Reference Number | 101094 |
Oak Lodge School has effectively maintained the standards established in its previous inspection, demonstrating strong support for its pupils, who are primarily deaf or have communication needs. The school fosters a welcoming and inclusive environment where students feel safe and valued. Pupils receive excellent care from well-trained staff who have successful strategies for enhancing language development and personal growth. Opportunities for broader learning experiences, including workplace exposure and emotional support, are integrated into daily activities, preparing students well for future transitions. The school, however, acknowledges the need for further clarity in their newly adapted curriculum pathways to ensure that all staff are aware of the best approaches for delivering subject knowledge over time. While the overall performance is robust and students thrive in both academic and personal development, this area will require ongoing attention to maintain and enhance educational effectiveness.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 91 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 56.04%
Girls: 43.96% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 69.8% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 58.2% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 1 | Unknown | 1 |
| 7 | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| 8 | 6 | 5 | 11 |
| 9 | 6 | 5 | 11 |
| 10 | 6 | 7 | 13 |
| 11 | 8 | 3 | 11 |
| 12 | 4 | 8 | 12 |
| 13 | 10 | 5 | 15 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 22% |
| African | 17.6% |
| Asian, Other | 8.8% |
| White, Other | 6.6% |
| Caribbean | 6.6% |
| Mixed, Other | 4.4% |
| Pakistani | 4.4% |
| White & Asian | 3.3% |
| Indian | 3.3% |
| White & Black (African) | 2.2% |
| Chinese | 1.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 23 Apr 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 23 Apr 2025 | School inspection |
| 25 Feb 2020 | School inspection |
| 04 May 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Jan 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 29 Jan 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 03 May 2005 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.
- Strong emphasis on individual pupil needs and relationships.
- High-quality opportunities for language and communication development.
- Effective support from well-trained staff and therapists.
- Pupils achieve well academically, particularly in communication and language.
- Positive relationships foster kindness and respect among pupils.
- Innovative programs to prepare pupils for their future careers.
- Successful involvement of pupils in leadership and teamwork activities.
Areas for Improvement
- Lack of clarity in the teaching sequence of subject content in some subjects.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.7 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 0% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 0% |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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