Oaklands School
| Type | Special School / Community special school |
| Age Range | 11-17 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Montgomery Way Winsford Cheshire CW7 1NU |
| Phone | 01606551048 |
| Reference Number | 111504 |
Oaklands School continues to demonstrate outstanding performance, maintaining high standards since its last inspection in 2019. Pupils at Oaklands are happy and engaged, thriving in a supportive environment that emphasizes resilience and independence. The school’s ethos encourages all pupils, especially those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), to excel academically, socially, and emotionally. With a well-rounded curriculum and numerous extracurricular activities, pupils are well-prepared for future endeavors, showcasing their skills through various programs and work experiences.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 172 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 62.21%
Girls: 37.79% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 41.8% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 1.7% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 25 | 12 | 37 |
| 8 | 21 | 14 | 35 |
| 9 | 18 | 13 | 31 |
| 10 | 19 | 11 | 30 |
| 11 | 19 | 13 | 32 |
| 12 | 5 | 2 | 7 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 97.1% |
| White, Other | 0.6% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.6% |
| African | 0.6% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.6% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 25 Feb 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 25 Feb 2025 | School inspection |
| 16 Jul 2019 | Short inspection |
| 19 May 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 17 Sep 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 22 Sep 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 16 Apr 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Jan 2005 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from strong, caring relationships with staff.
- The school has high expectations for both behavior and academic achievement.
- A varied and vibrant curriculum effectively meets pupils' needs.
- Staff use strong subject knowledge to present new content clearly.
- Reading is prioritized, with tailored phonics sessions and encouragement to explore diverse genres.
- Pupils are supported in developing emotional resilience and managing their behavior positively.
- The personal development program is integrated into all aspects of school life.
- Staff well-being and professional development are prioritized.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 |
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
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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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