Oaks Primary Academy
Catchment Area, Reviews and Key Information

Primary
PUPILS
216
AGES
3 - 11
GENDER
Mixed
TYPE
Academy sponsor led
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This pupil heat map shows where pupils currently attending the school live.
The concentration of pupils shows likelihood of admission based on distance criteria

Source: All attending pupils National School Census Data, ONS
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This School Guide heat map has been plotted using official pupil data taken from the last School Census collected by the Department for Education. It is a visualisation of where pupils lived at the time of the annual School Census.

Our heat maps use groups of postcodes, not individual postcodes, and have naturally soft edges. All pupils are included in the mapping (i.e. children with siblings already at the school, high priority pupils and selective and/or religious admissions) but we may have removed statistical ‘outliers’ with more remote postcodes that do not reflect majority admissions.

For some schools, the heat map may be a useful indicator of the catchment area but our heat maps are not the same as catchment area maps. Catchment area maps, published by the school or local authority, are based on geographical admissions criteria and show actual cut-off distances and pre-defined catchment areas for a single admission year.

This information is provided as a guide only. The criteria in which schools use to allocate places in the event that they are oversubscribed can and do vary between schools and over time. These criteria can include distance from the school and sometimes specific catchment areas but can also include, amongst others, priority for siblings, children of a particular faith or specific feeder schools. Living in an area where children have previously attended a school does not guarantee admission to the school in future years. Always check with the school’s own admission authority for the current admission arrangements.

3 steps to help parents gather catchment information for a school:

  1. Look at our school catchment area guide for more information on heat maps. They give a useful indicator of the general areas that admit pupils to the school. This visualisation is based on all attending pupils present at the time of the annual School Census.
  2. Use the link to the Local Authority Contact (above) to find catchment area information based on a single admission year. This is very important if you are considering applying to a school.
  3. On each school page, use the link to visit the school website and find information on individual school admissions criteria. Geographical criteria are only applied after pupils have been admitted on higher priority criteria such as Looked After Children, SEN, siblings, etc.

How Does The School Perform?

Outstanding
NATIONAL AVG. 2.09
Ofsted Inspection
(21/09/2021)
Full Report - All Reports
89%
NATIONAL AVG. 60%
% pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and mathematics



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Oak Tree Avenue
Maidstone
ME15 9AX
01622755960

School Description

Oaks Primary Academy is a welcoming and caring school. Pupils feel happy and safe here. They say that bullying very rarely happens and if it does, it is sorted out quickly. One pupil who had attended a different school before this one commented: ‘This school is much more caring.’ Pupils have an infectious appetite for learning and relish every opportunity to become more knowledgeable. This is because learning is placed firmly at the heart of the school. Expectations of pupils are high. Time is spent ensuring that pupils learn to take responsibility for their learning. This means that they are fully invested in all parts of school life. For example, many pupils attend extra-curricular clubs such as languages, sports, computer coding, singing and dancing. Pupils’ positive behaviour in classrooms and around the school creates a highly engaging learning environment. Underpinning everything staff and pupils do are the school’s values: we care, we have boundless ambition, we work together and we keep getting better. One pupil who spoke with inspectors summed up how he feels about learning by saying: ‘I want to learn for longer to get smarter every day and get a job.’ What does the school do well and what does it need to do better? Every bit of the day is a chance for pupils to learn. This is achieved through a highly ambitious and well-thought-out curriculum. Leaders strive for pupils to become internationally minded. This means that they are committed to developing pupils who help to make the world a better, more peaceful place. Staff do this by encouraging pupils to take ownership of their learning, be open-minded and work with others towards a shared purpose. Leaders have identified the knowledge they want pupils to learn across a wide range of subjects. This knowledge is organised into ‘central ideas’, for example how people can engage with the arts. As a result, learning is carefully planned and sequenced from Nursery to Year 6. Firm foundations are laid in the early years so that pupils are ready for what will come in key stage 1 and beyond. Consequently, what pupils learn becomes more complex as they move through the school. Teachers keep a close check on what pupils have learned, which helps them to provide timely support to those who fall behind. Pupils receive feedback about learning through pupil-teacher discussions known as ‘conferencing’. Pupils who spoke with inspectors during the inspection said it is a helpful way to improve their work. This leads to pupils having an impressive knowledge and deep understanding of many important themes and issues. Leaders know that reading is the key to unlocking pupils’ full potential. Therefore, leaders prioritise reading. Staff receive high-quality training in phonics. The teaching of phonics begins in Nursery and continues into Reception and key stage 1. This Inspection report: Oaks Primary Academy 21 and 22 September 2021 2 means that by the end of Year 2 pupils read confidently and fluently. Those who need extra help are supported well to catch up. Careful consideration is given to the books pupils read. This helps to ensure that what pupils read reflects the world we live in. A sense of togetherness and belonging permeates the school. Staff get to know and understand the needs of every child. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities and disadvantaged pupils are identified quickly and are given the support they need to excel. This means that their learning is of the highest quality and they thrive in this inclusive environment. The personal development of children is exceptional. Staff prepare pupils well for the next stage of their education as well as preparing them to take their place in the world. For example, pupils learn about how to lead a healthy lifestyle, world problems, tolerance, democracy and how to manage money. In Nursery and Reception, pupils learn about the world around them. For example, they learn about what makes families different. Learning to debate and disagree politely with other people’s perspectives are also important in the school. Leaders and governors are deeply committed to providing a high-quality education for pupils. Staff’s professional development and workload are a priority. Staff who responded to our confidential staff survey said that leaders care about their development and consider their workload carefully. The principal and her determined leadership team are challenged and supported by a skilled group of governors. Together with the effective support provided by Leigh Academies Trust, this has led to rapid improvements in recent years.

Oaks Primary Academy Parent Reviews



unlock % Parents Recommend This School
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>68, "agree"=>26, "disagree"=>3, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>3} UNLOCK Figures based on 34 responses up to 21-09-2021
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>68, "agree"=>29, "disagree"=>3, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 34 responses up to 21-09-2021
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>44, "agree"=>29, "disagree"=>15, "strongly_disagree"=>3, "dont_know"=>9} UNLOCK Figures based on 34 responses up to 21-09-2021
My Child Has Not Been Bullied Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"my_child_has_not_been_bullied"=>74, "strongly_agree"=>3, "agree"=>9, "disagree"=>6, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>9} UNLOCK Figures based on 34 responses up to 21-09-2021
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>29, "agree"=>53, "disagree"=>15, "strongly_disagree"=>3, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 34 responses up to 21-09-2021
I Have Not Raised Any Concerns Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"i_have_not_raised_any_concerns"=>24, "strongly_agree"=>26, "agree"=>29, "disagree"=>15, "strongly_disagree"=>6, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 34 responses up to 21-09-2021
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>20, "agree"=>30, "disagree"=>30, "strongly_disagree"=>10, "dont_know"=>10} UNLOCK Figures based on 10 responses up to 21-09-2021
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>26, "agree"=>65, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>3, "dont_know"=>6} UNLOCK Figures based on 34 responses up to 21-09-2021
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>47, "agree"=>44, "disagree"=>3, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>6} UNLOCK Figures based on 34 responses up to 21-09-2021
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>32, "agree"=>41, "disagree"=>26, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 34 responses up to 21-09-2021
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>47, "agree"=>41, "disagree"=>3, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>9} UNLOCK Figures based on 34 responses up to 21-09-2021
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>76, "agree"=>21, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>3} UNLOCK Figures based on 34 responses up to 21-09-2021
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>44, "agree"=>35, "disagree"=>12, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>9} UNLOCK Figures based on 34 responses up to 21-09-2021
Yes No {"yes"=>91, "no"=>9} UNLOCK Figures based on 34 responses up to 21-09-2021

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