Oakway Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | 102 Oakway Wellingborough Northamptonshire NN8 4SD |
| Phone | 01933678714 |
| Reference Number | 140853 |
Oakway Academy has shown significant improvement since its last inspection, now achieving a 'Good' overall effectiveness rating. The school creates a warm and supportive environment, where pupils feel valued and engaged in their learning. High expectations are set for all students, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, and the dedicated staff provide tailored support to help them succeed. The curriculum is well-planned, particularly in teaching reading, and students appreciate the engaging learning opportunities that promote their academic and personal growth. However, the school faces challenges with attendance, as a notable number of pupils are persistently absent, which impacts their learning experience.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 579 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.4%
Girls: 50.6% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 28.8% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 53.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 24 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 23 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 24.6 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 33 | 33 | 66 |
| 2 | 36 | 45 | 81 |
| 3 | 48 | 41 | 89 |
| 4 | 39 | 50 | 89 |
| 5 | 51 | 39 | 90 |
| 6 | 44 | 46 | 90 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 31.4% |
| White, Other | 29.4% |
| African | 14.9% |
| Indian | 5% |
| Mixed, Other | 4.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 4.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 2.9% |
| Caribbean | 2.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.6% |
| Asian, Other | 0.5% |
| White & Asian | 0.3% |
| Unclassified | 0.2% |
| Irish | 0.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 10 Jan 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 10 Jan 2023 | School inspection: |
| 01 Dec 2020 | Monitoring visit |
| 02 Apr 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Mar 2018 | Monitoring visit |
| 21 Jun 2017 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy their learning and the supportive atmosphere in the school.
- High expectations for all students, particularly those with SEND.
- Well-planned and engaging curriculum with a strong focus on reading.
- Strong emphasis on pupils' personal development and respect for diversity.
- Effective safeguarding measures in place to protect pupils.
Areas for Improvement
- Too many pupils are persistently absent from school.
- Some elements of the curriculum need further evaluation to establish their impact.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 53% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 10% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 104 | ||
| Maths | 103 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.5 | ||
| Writing | -0.5 | ||
| Maths | 0.4 |
How many students meet the standards
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 11 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 17 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
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