Oldbrook First School and Nursery
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 2-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Illingworth Place Oldbrook Milton Keynes Buckinghamshire MK6 2NH |
| Reference Number | 110240 |
Oldbrook First School and Nursery continues to perform well, maintaining its good status since the last inspection in 2012. The school excels in creating an inclusive and nurturing environment, where children feel valued and safe. Leaders have high academic aspirations and effectively support pupils, including those with additional needs, ensuring a strong start in their educational journey. The curriculum is ambitious and varied, contributing to pupils’ love of learning and engagement at school.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 211 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.29%
Girls: 50.71% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 26.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 54% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 26 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 28.6 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 29 | 31 | 60 |
| 2 | 30 | 23 | 53 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Indian | 21.3% |
| White, Other | 20.9% |
| White, British | 18.5% |
| Asian, Other | 10% |
| African | 9.5% |
| Pakistani | 6.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.8% |
| White & Asian | 2.4% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.9% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.9% |
| Caribbean | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 12 Jul 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 12 Jul 2023 | School inspection |
| 27 Feb 2018 | Short inspection |
| 27 Nov 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Sep 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 05 Feb 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Jan 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Inclusive and welcoming school culture.
- Strong leadership with high academic aspirations.
- Effective support for pupils with additional needs.
- Well-trained staff delivering a systematic phonics programme.
- Ambitious curriculum across most subjects.
- Positive relationships between staff and pupils.
- Strong focus on personal development and safety.
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum planning not yet finalized in a few subjects.
- Assessment checks on pupils' learning not precise enough in some areas.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 14 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 11 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Jubilee Wood Primary School
1 Fishermead Boulevard, Fishermead, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK6 2LB |
0.39 miles |
|
Falconhurst School
High Trees, Chaffron Way, Eaglestone, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK6 5AX |
0.69 miles |
|
The Willows School and Early Years Centre
Fishermead Boulevard, Fishermead, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK6 2LP |
0.78 miles |
|
Orchard Academy
Springfield Boulevard, Springfield, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK6 3HW |
0.96 miles |
|
New Chapter Primary School
Chapter, Coffee Hall, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK6 5EA |
0.96 miles |
|
Summerfield School
Downley Avenue, Bradwell Common, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK13 8PG |
1.18 miles |
|
Shepherdswell Academy
Billingwell Place, Springfield, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK6 3NP |
1.2 miles |
|
Germander Park School
1 Germander Place, Conniburrow, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK14 7DU |
1.23 miles |
|
Moorland Primary School
Maslin Drive, Beanhill, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK6 4ND |
1.23 miles |
|
Moorlands Centre Nursery School
Dodkin, Milton Keynes, MK6 4LP |
1.26 miles |
|
Loughton School
Bradwell Road, Loughton, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK5 8DN |
1.32 miles |
|
Glastonbury Thorn School
Pigott Drive, Shenley Church End, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK5 6BX |
1.36 miles |
|
Langland Community School
Langland Road, Netherfield, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK6 4HA |
1.4 miles |
|
Southwood School
Bryony Place, Conniburrow Boulevard, Conniburrow, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK14 7AR |
1.41 miles |
|
Loughton Manor First School
Paynes Drive, Loughton, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK5 8FA |
1.42 miles |
|
Caroline Haslett Primary School
Faraday Drive, Shenley Lodge, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK5 7DF |
1.49 miles |
|
Downs Barn School
69 Downs Barns Boulevard, Downs Barn, 69 Downs Barn Boulevard, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK14 7NA |
1.53 miles |
|
Cold Harbour Church of England School
Highland Close, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK3 7PD |
1.56 miles |
|
Heelands School
Glovers Lane, Heelands, Heelands School, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK13 7QL |
1.64 miles |
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Bradwell Village School
Walgrave Drive, Bradwell, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK13 9AZ |
1.69 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Milton Keynes College
Chaffron Way Centre, Woughton Campus West, Leadenhall, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK6 5LP |
0.29 miles |
|
The Milton Keynes Academy
Fulwoods Drive, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK6 5LA |
0.31 miles |
|
St Paul's Catholic School
Phoenix Drive, Leadenhall, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK6 5EN |
0.39 miles |
|
The Redway School
Farmborough, Netherfield, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK6 4HG |
1.08 miles |
|
Denbigh School
Burchard Crescent, Shenley Church End, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK5 6EX |
1.53 miles |
|
Willow Park School
8 Danbury Court, Linford Wood, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK14 6LJ |
1.63 miles |
|
Baytul Ilm Secondary School
12a Clarke Road, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, MK1 1LG |
1.84 miles |
|
Oakgrove School
VENTURER GATE, MIDDLETON, MILTON KEYNES, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK10 9JQ |
2.04 miles |
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The Webber Independent School
|
2.08 miles |
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Romans Field School
Shenley Road, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK3 7AW |
2.1 miles |
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Stantonbury School
Purbeck, Stantonbury, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK14 6BN |
2.13 miles |
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Kents Hill Park all-through school
Kents Hill Park, Kents Hill, Milton Keynes, MK7 6BZ |
2.17 miles |
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Shenley Brook End School
Walbank Grove, Shenley Brook End, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK5 7ZT |
2.21 miles |
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White Spire School
Rickley Lane, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK3 6EW |
2.26 miles |
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Lord Grey Academy
Rickley Lane, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK3 6EW |
2.27 miles |
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Cambian Bletchley Park School
Whaddon Way, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK3 7EB |
2.35 miles |
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Stephenson Academy
Crosslands, Stantonbury, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK14 6AX |
2.36 miles |
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The Hazeley Academy
Emperor Drive, Hazeley, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK8 0PT |
2.51 miles |
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Oakhill Secure Training Centre
Chalgrove Field, Milton Keynes, MK5 6AJ |
2.59 miles |
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The Woodlands School
Admiral Drive, Hazeley, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK8 0PU |
2.61 miles |