Oakwood Primary School

Oakwood Primary School is a welcoming and happy independent Muslim primary school that has shown significant improvement since its last inspection, moving from requires improvement to a good overall effectiveness rating. Pupils feel safe, respected, and engaged in their learning, resulting in excellent behavior and exemplary attitudes. The school has successfully integrated Islamic and secular studies into a well-planned curriculum that meets the needs of its diverse pupil population, including those with special educational needs. Parents express high levels of satisfaction with the education provided, appreciating the care and attention their children receive.

Strengths

• Pupils demonstrate excellent behavior and exemplary attitudes towards learning.
• The school provides a well-planned and ambitious curriculum that integrates Islamic and secular studies.
• Pupils are knowledgeable about diverse views and beliefs, fostering respect and understanding.
• The school has effective arrangements for safeguarding, ensuring pupil safety and welfare.
• Leaders create a positive and supportive school community, valuing staff well-being.

Areas for Improvement

• Some curriculum leaders lack a comprehensive understanding of how their subjects are being delivered across the school.
• Assessment in foundation subjects needs improvement to ensure effective learning and knowledge retention.

In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Oakwood Primary School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 0.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).

Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.

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What is Oakwood Primary School's Ofsted rating?

The latest Ofsted rating for Oakwood Primary School is Good, from an inspection in September 2022.

When was Oakwood Primary School last inspected by Ofsted?

Oakwood Primary School was last inspected in September 2022.

How many pupils does Oakwood Primary School have?

Oakwood Primary School has 149 pupils on roll.

What age range does Oakwood Primary School cover?

Oakwood Primary School for pupils aged 3 to 11.

Where is Oakwood Primary School?

Oakwood Primary School is at 117 Tennyson Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 3RR.