Oak Wood School
Oak Wood School is a foundation school in Hillingdon for pupils aged 11 to 18. It has 1,275 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Oak Wood School is Good, from an inspection in July 2022. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 43.4, and 43% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: July 2022. GCSE results: 2026. A-level results: 2025.
| Type | Secondary / Foundation school |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Sutton Court Road Hillingdon Uxbridge Middlesex UB10 9HT |
| Phone | 01895237350 |
| Reference Number | 102449 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1275 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 62.35%
Girls: 37.65% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 36.6% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 36.3% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 127 | 108 | 235 |
| 8 | 135 | 83 | 218 |
| 9 | 154 | 76 | 230 |
| 10 | 142 | 85 | 227 |
| 11 | 123 | 54 | 177 |
| 12 | 62 | 38 | 100 |
| 13 | 52 | 36 | 88 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 18.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 16.2% |
| Indian | 13.5% |
| White, Other | 9.9% |
| African | 8.9% |
| Asian, Other | 4.5% |
| Pakistani | 4.2% |
| White & Asian | 1.6% |
| Caribbean | 1.3% |
| Unclassified | 1.1% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.9% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.2% |
| Irish | 0.2% |
Oak Wood School has shown significant improvement since its previous inspection, now achieving a 'Good' overall effectiveness rating. The school's environment is friendly and respectful, fostering strong relationships among pupils and staff. Leadership plays a crucial role in maintaining high expectations and providing support for both pupil and staff development, contributing to a positive learning atmosphere. Notably, the school has effectively engaged its community, offering a variety of extracurricular activities and a broad curriculum that supports students' personal development.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 17 May 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 17 May 2022 | School inspection: |
| 08 Jul 2021 | Monitoring visit |
| 03 Feb 2021 | Monitoring visit |
| 04 Nov 2020 | Monitoring visit |
| 03 Oct 2019 | Monitoring visit |
| 20 Nov 2018 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Jun 2017 | Monitoring visit |
| 06 Jul 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 24 Jan 2014 | Monitoring visit |
| 06 Nov 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 06 Dec 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 05 Jul 2011 | Monitoring visit |
| 22 Mar 2011 | Monitoring visit |
| 13 Oct 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 06 May 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 11 Dec 2007 | Monitoring visit |
| 27 Mar 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 06 Dec 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Jun 2005 | Inspection |
| 25 Nov 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit good behaviour and positive attitudes towards learning.
- Leaders have high expectations and inspire pupils to succeed.
- Teachers provide effective support tailored to pupils with SEND.
- The curriculum is ambitious and well-structured, preparing pupils effectively for further education.
- Leaders prioritize professional development for teachers to enhance expertise.
Areas for Improvement
- Some teachers do not check pupils' recall of prior knowledge effectively.
- Persistent absence levels remain high, impacting some pupils' continuity of learning.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 43.4 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 42.6% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 50% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 25.03 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Average Points (best 3) | 25.22 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C- | C+ | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | C- | B- | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 4.8% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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| Second Preference | 100 | 42 |
| Third Preference | 95 | 18 |
| From another Local Authority | 7 | 1 |
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What is Oak Wood School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Oak Wood School is Good, from an inspection in July 2022.
When was Oak Wood School last inspected by Ofsted?
Oak Wood School was last inspected in July 2022.
How many pupils does Oak Wood School have?
Oak Wood School has 1,275 pupils on roll.
What age range does Oak Wood School cover?
Oak Wood School for pupils aged 11 to 18.
What are Oak Wood School's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 43.4, and 43% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Oak Wood School?
Oak Wood School is at Sutton Court Road, Hillingdon, Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB10 9HT.