Oakridge Junior School

A good community school school in Hampshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Oakridge Junior School.

Basingstoke, RG215RR Ofsted: Good Age 7-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

72

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
63.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 75.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
81.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 21.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
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
25 February 2020
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Oakridge Road
Basingstoke, RG215RR
Phone
1256473545
Website
oakridgeschoolsfederation.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
115974
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Oakridge Road, Basingstoke, RG21 5RR
Website
www.oakridgeschoolsfederation.co.uk
Age range
7-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
360 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
347
Free School Meals
24.5% (85 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.2% (11 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.4%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
11.1%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
75.0 (+16.2 vs average)
Reading, Writing & Maths (Higher):
21.0 (+13.7 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
11.1 (6.4 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 108.0 107.0
2023 105.0 106.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends.

Performance Trends

Interactive performance metrics over time

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Year Mat Average Read Average
2023 105.0 106.0
2024 108.0 107.0

Overall Trend:

Improving trend (+2.0 per year)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
23 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
69
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
347 pupils
7-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+2.0 per year)

Up 2.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

We work to build a happy, caring and healthy school, where every member of our community is valued and respected. We want learning to be an enjoyable experience for all and we are committed to promoting and developing positive attitudes, self confidence and team working skills. Pupils are encouraged to be enthusiastic and enquiring, able to question and examine the world around them. We aim for our children to become independent, self-motivated learners, with pride in themselves, ready to contribute positively to the wider community. In partnership with parents, we encourage an atmosphere of cooperation, mutual respect and consideration for others. We expect high standards and good behaviour from all. Our purpose is to help all members of the school community to meet life's challenges with confidence. Oakridge Schools Federation, working together for a better future.

Head Teacher's Message

Executive Headteacher Diane Charman welcomes visitors and highlights high standards in English, maths and science, an exciting curriculum, and invites visits to see the school in action.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Active Start (Before School Club) Infant After-School Clubs: Reading, TTRS, Film, Games, Computing, Bounce, Art/Drawing, Forest School Junior After-School Clubs: Netball, Year 3/4 Football Club (Lower), Bounce, Multi Sports, Year 5/6 Football Club (Upper), Circuit, Gymnastics

Sports

Netball Football Gymnastics Multi Sports

Facilities

9 acres of open grassland, with established hedgerows, trees and shrubs wide variety of play areas used to support learning and play

Curriculum Highlights

EYFS follows the Early Years Foundation Stage framework 2021, supplemented by Development Matters. Learning is play-based with free-flow between indoor and outdoor environments in the EYFS. In Year R, there is a range of adult-led activities within the 17 areas of learning outlined in the Foundation Stage curriculum, with biggest part of the day allowing free-flow between indoor and outdoor environments. In Key Stage 1 & 2, National Curriculum is delivered in a balanced, stimulating and creative way with cross-curricular links where possible. Curriculum emphasises Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE), Citizenship and Environmental Education, and aims to develop moral, religious and aesthetic attitudes. Teaching approaches vary and include a blend of single-subject teaching and theme-based activities, using a range of audio/visual aids and computing to enhance learning.

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: No

ISIS, a local provider, offer childcare options. See https://www.isisoosc.co.uk/ for more information.

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