Oasis Academy Foundry
Catchment Area, Reviews and Key Information

Primary
PUPILS
219
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
(20/06/2023)
Full Report - All Reports
62%
NATIONAL AVG. 60%
% pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and mathematics



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Progress Compared With All Other Schools

UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 9% of schools in England) Below Average (About 9% of schools in England) Average (About 67% of schools in England) Above Average (About 6% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 9% of schools in England) UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 10% of schools in England) Below Average (About 9% of schools in England) Average (About 67% of schools in England) Above Average (About 6% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 8% of schools in England) UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 10% of schools in England) Below Average (About 11% of schools in England) Average (About 59% of schools in England) Above Average (About 11% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 9% of schools in England)
Foundry Road
Birmingham
B18 4LP
01212508850

School Description

Leaders at this school are focused on delivering a first-class education for every pupil. Pupils are happy and safe. They value school life and enjoy attending. Staff swiftly resolve any issues or concerns pupils have. Bullying is not tolerated at the school. Leaders have designed a unique and highly ambitious curriculum so that every pupil can experience success. Each pupil receives an electronic device. Pupils say that these are ‘treasured possessions’ that they use for their learning daily in school and at home. Pupils love reading. A wide range of experiences allows pupils to develop their talents and interests. These include, for example, sports clubs, bell boating, football workshops and Royal Ballet auditions. Pupils recently developed their historical knowledge during a workshop on the Stone Age. They enjoyed a visiting pantomime before Christmas. Pupils in Year 6 look forward to their planned residential trip to Shropshire later this term. The school is a calm, orderly environment. Leaders expect pupils to behave well and pupils meet these expectations. The school’s ‘nine habits’ are central to school life. Pupils listen carefully and concentrate in lessons. They play well together at social times. Parents and carers are positive about the school. One parent’s comment was typical of many when they said, ‘I am very happy with the school.’ What does the school do well and what does it need to do better? Leaders have carefully structured the curriculum to build up pupils’ knowledge and vocabulary over time. Staff have the knowledge they need to teach the curriculum really well across all subjects. Leaders have established effective teaching routines that allow pupils to know and remember more. Teachers have high expectations of all pupils. They check on pupils’ learning and provide strong additional support to those pupils who need it. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities and disadvantaged pupils are well supported to access the same curriculum as other pupils. As a result, all pupils are successful. Leaders prioritise reading. Pupils read daily in school. Staff receive regular, suitable training, particularly in phonics. As a result, early reading is taught highly effectively. Pupils enjoy reading a variety of books in school and at home. They learn about a range of different authors and develop a love of reading. Children in early years are happy and safe. They benefit from clear and consistent routines. This means that the youngest children know what is expected of them. Staff carefully structure learning in the classroom and outside to engage children well. However, they do not consistently help children to build on previous learning. This means that they do not always achieve as well as they could. Mini-rugby sessions help children to develop their core strength. Children in Nursery develop a solid understanding of numbers. For example, they sing ‘Five currant buns’ with confidence and enjoyment. In Reception, children learn about life cycles. They read ‘The hungry caterpillar’ and learn words such as ‘cocoon’. The personal development curriculum offer is a strength. It helps pupils to develop character and resilience. Staff teach pupils how to recognise and respect individual differences. Opportunities such as those of play leader and member of the mini senior leadership team allow pupils to take on responsibilities. In doing so, they develop communication skills and confidence. Pupils work with local charities to conserve the local environment, for example by planting seedlings on the allotment and tidying the local canal area. Pupils enjoy the range of clubs on offer, such as the chess, drama and wildlife clubs. During the inspection, pupils enjoyed learning about the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. They have taken part in a research project and shared their experience of COVID-19 with researchers from a local university. Parents are proud of and value the Oasis Hub provided by the trust. It offers a range of help and support to pupils, their families and the wider community. This includes pastoral support, mentoring, English for speakers of other languages (ESOL) courses, stay-andplay sessions and childcare qualifications. During the pandemic, the food pantry was a huge source of support for the local community. Oasis Community Learning is dedicated to improving outcomes for all pupils. Senior leaders and trust members have correctly identified the school’s priorities and areas for improvement. They have a clear vision and are ambitious for every child’s future. Leaders know the school’s strengths. They maintained the rapid pace of improvement throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Leaders talk with passion about the school’s journey and its future. Staff feel well supported by school leaders to manage their workload and wellbeing. Staff are well trained through the Oasis Community Learning professional development programme.

Oasis Academy Foundry Parent Reviews



unlock % Parents Recommend This School
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>71, "agree"=>29, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 17 responses up to 17-05-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>71, "agree"=>18, "disagree"=>12, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 17 responses up to 17-05-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>53, "agree"=>35, "disagree"=>6, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>6} UNLOCK Figures based on 17 responses up to 17-05-2022
My Child Has Not Been Bullied Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"my_child_has_not_been_bullied"=>41, "strongly_agree"=>12, "agree"=>29, "disagree"=>12, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>6} UNLOCK Figures based on 17 responses up to 17-05-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>41, "agree"=>41, "disagree"=>12, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>6} UNLOCK Figures based on 17 responses up to 17-05-2022
I Have Not Raised Any Concerns Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"i_have_not_raised_any_concerns"=>35, "strongly_agree"=>18, "agree"=>35, "disagree"=>12, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 17 responses up to 17-05-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>25, "agree"=>75, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 10 responses up to 17-05-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>35, "agree"=>59, "disagree"=>6, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 17 responses up to 17-05-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>65, "agree"=>35, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 17 responses up to 17-05-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>53, "agree"=>35, "disagree"=>12, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 17 responses up to 17-05-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>47, "agree"=>35, "disagree"=>18, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 17 responses up to 17-05-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>41, "agree"=>24, "disagree"=>12, "strongly_disagree"=>24, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 17 responses up to 17-05-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>24, "agree"=>59, "disagree"=>18, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 17 responses up to 17-05-2022
Yes No {"yes"=>94, "no"=>6} UNLOCK Figures based on 17 responses up to 17-05-2022

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