Oakdale Infants' School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Woodville Road South Woodford London E18 1JU |
| Reference Number | 133932 |
Oakdale Infants’ School continues to demonstrate effective performance as a good school, fostering a caring and nurturing environment where pupils feel safe and respected. The ethos of respect and responsibility permeates through the school, reflected in the positive behavior and high engagement levels among students. The school offers an ambitious curriculum that is well-sequenced, ensuring pupils develop strong foundational skills, particularly in reading, supported by dedicated staff and active parental involvement. The provision for pupils with special educational needs is admirable, enhancing their participation in all aspects of school life.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 295 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 46.44%
Girls: 53.56% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 16.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 46.4% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 28.4 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 27.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 39 | 51 | 90 |
| 2 | 40 | 43 | 83 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 31.5% |
| White, Other | 21% |
| Pakistani | 7.5% |
| Indian | 6.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 5.4% |
| White & Asian | 4.4% |
| African | 4.1% |
| Asian, Other | 3.4% |
| Unclassified | 2.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 2% |
| Caribbean | 2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.7% |
| Chinese | 1.7% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 20 Sep 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 20 Sep 2023 | School inspection |
| 05 Jun 2018 | Short inspection |
| 05 Dec 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Jan 2012 | Interim assessment |
| 11 Nov 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Jun 2005 | Inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate high levels of respect and behaviour.
- A nurturing environment where pupils feel safe.
- Well-trained staff deliver an effective phonics programme.
- Pupils develop as fluent and accurate readers.
- Strong engagement among children in early years.
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs.
- Positive relationships between staff and pupils.
- Curriculum enriched with external visits and activities.
- Governing body understands the school's strengths and areas for development.
Areas for Improvement
- The Year 1 curriculum does not consistently build on early years learning.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 74 | 19 |
| Third Preference | 57 | 7 |
| From another Local Authority | 7 | 6 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Oakdale Junior School
Oakdale Road, Redbridge, South Woodford, London, E18 1JX |
0.12 miles |
|
Snaresbrook Prep School
75 Woodford Road, London, E18 2EA |
0.35 miles |
|
Churchfields Infants' School
Churchfields, South Woodford, London, E18 2RB |
0.42 miles |
|
Nightingale Primary School
Ashbourne Avenue, South Woodford, London, E18 1PL |
0.54 miles |
|
Churchfields Junior School
Churchfields, South Woodford, Redbridge, London, E18 2RB |
0.54 miles |
|
Snaresbrook Primary School
Meadow Walk, South Woodford, London, E18 2EN |
0.56 miles |
|
Hatton Special School
Roding Lane South, Woodford Green, Essex, IG8 8EU |
0.69 miles |
|
St Aubyn's School
Bunces Lane, Woodford Green, IG8 9DU |
0.95 miles |
|
Wanstead Church School
Church Path, Wanstead, London, E11 2SS |
0.99 miles |
|
Woodford Green Preparatory School
Glengall Road, Woodford Green, IG8 0BZ |
1.15 miles |
|
Ray Lodge Primary School
Snakes Lane East, Woodford Green, Essex, IG8 7JQ |
1.15 miles |
|
Glade Primary School
Atherton Road, Clayhall, Ilford, Essex, IG5 0PF |
1.17 miles |
|
Redbridge Primary School
College Gardens, Redbridge, Ilford, Essex, IG4 5HW |
1.19 miles |
|
Roding Primary School
Roding Lane North, Woodford Bridge, Woodford Green, Essex, IG8 8NP |
1.31 miles |
|
Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School
Chestnut Drive, Wanstead, London, E11 2TA |
1.32 miles |
|
Oakhill Primary School
Alders Avenue, Woodford Green, Essex, IG8 9PY |
1.37 miles |
|
Beehive Preparatory School
233 Beehive Lane, Redbridge, Ilford, Essex, IG4 5ED |
1.42 miles |
|
Woodford Green Primary School
Sunset Avenue, Woodford Green, Essex, IG8 0ST |
1.43 miles |
|
Parkhill Infants' School
Lord Avenue, Clayhall, Ilford, Essex, IG5 0DB |
1.43 miles |
|
Parkhill Junior School
Lord Avenue, Clayhall, Ig13se, Ilford, Essex, IG5 0DB |
1.43 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Stradbroke
133 Stradbroke Grove, Ilford, IG5 0DL |
0.57 miles |
|
Woodbridge High School
St Barnabas Road, Woodford Green, Essex, IG8 7DQ |
0.59 miles |
|
Beal High School
Woodford Bridge Road, Ilford, Essex, IG4 5LP |
1 miles |
|
Forest School
College Place, London, E17 3PY |
1.04 miles |
|
Woodford County High School
High Road, Woodford Green, Essex, IG8 9LA |
1.15 miles |
|
Wanstead High School
Redbridge Lane West, Wanstead, London, E11 2JZ |
1.18 miles |
|
Caterham High School
Caterham Avenue, Clayhall, Ilford, Essex, IG5 0QW |
1.33 miles |
|
Whitefield School
Macdonald Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 4AZ |
1.42 miles |
|
Frederick Bremer School
Siddeley Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 4EY |
1.48 miles |
|
Joseph Clarke School
Vincent Road, London, E4 9PP |
1.53 miles |
|
Leytonstone School
Colworth Road, Leytonstone, London, E11 1JD |
1.55 miles |
|
Highams Park School
34 Handsworth Avenue, Highams Park, London, Essex, E4 9PJ |
1.63 miles |
|
Holy Family Catholic School
1 Shernhall Street, Walthamstow, London, E17 3EA |
1.65 miles |
|
Trinity Catholic High School
Mornington Road, Woodford Green, Essex, IG8 0TP |
1.72 miles |
|
Waltham Forest College
Forest Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 4JB |
1.77 miles |
|
Leyton Sixth Form College
Essex Road, Leyton, London, E10 6EQ |
1.84 miles |
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St John's RC School (Essex)
Turpins Lane, Woodford Bridge, Essex, IG8 8AX |
1.85 miles |
|
Bancroft's School
611-627 High Road, Woodford Green, IG8 0RF |
1.89 miles |
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Sir George Monoux College
Chingford Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 5AA |
1.93 miles |
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West Hatch High School
High Road, Chigwell, Essex, IG7 5BT |
1.95 miles |