Light Oaks Infant School

A good community school school in Salford. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Light Oaks Infant School.

Salford, M68LU Ofsted: Good Age 3-7 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

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Needs all indicators

Performance score unavailable: missing published data for KS2 pupils meeting expected standard, KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard

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KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
Not published
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KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
Not published
Raw: No data published
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: Good

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
15 May 2012
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Lancaster Road
Salford, M68LU

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
105894
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Lancaster Road, Salford, M6 8LU
Age range
3-7
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
270 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
290
Free School Meals
18.7% (54 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.7% (5 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.0%
Good
Persistent Absence
22.7%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
29 pupils
Average
Pupils per Year Group
58
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
290 pupils
3-7

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"At LOIS we develop curious, engaged learners with a lifelong love of learning."

Excellence combined with enjoyment and fun Welcoming, secure and happy environment Encourage confidence and enjoyment in learning Thirst for lifelong learning Value themselves and others; thoughtfulness, caring and sharing Children are taught thinking skills Children initiate and lead their own learning

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Lisa Thelwell warmly welcomes families to Light Oaks Infant School. The welcome emphasizes a warm, welcoming environment where excellence blends with enjoyment, and learning is approached with confidence and curiosity. The school aims to develop lifelong learners in a secure, happy setting, with children encouraged to lead their own learning and develop thinking skills.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Eco Rangers Before and After School Club Volunteer Helpers in School

Facilities

Large school grounds with outdoor spaces Outdoor learning spaces used in all weather (wild areas)

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

Before and After School Club

Admissions Criteria

Nursery has 39 morning and 39 afternoon part-time places; Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 have 90 places per year. The Local Authority administers admission to Nursery or Reception in September. Applications should be completed and returned to the Local Authority by January. Open days are arranged during the year for prospective parents and children (Nursery/Reception visits).

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