Oakwood Primary School

URN: 116138 • Southampton SO16 8FD

Overview

Name
Oakwood Primary School
URN
116138
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Bridge Education Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Maria Whitmarsh (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02380742345
Website
Visit
Address
Sandpiper Road, Southampton SO16 8FD

Summary

Oakwood Primary School, located in Southampton, is a mixed foundation school with a current enrolment of 414 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 420. The school promotes a respectful community ethos, encouraging students to believe in themselves and strive for their best. The headteacher, Maria Whitmarsh, emphasizes the importance of fostering a supportive environment for all students.

The curriculum at Oakwood adheres to the National Curriculum, with a particular focus on developing engaging history lessons that inspire curiosity and critical thinking. Students explore various historical periods, from the Stone Age to significant local events like the Titanic and World War II. The school aims to instill a sense of pride in students' work through exhibitions and cross-curricular links, enhancing their understanding of historical contexts.

Oakwood Primary School also prioritizes communication with parents, providing essential information on school dinners, attendance procedures, and available vacancies. The school encourages parental involvement and offers resources to support children's learning and well-being. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at http://oakwoodlive.net.

Key details

LA
Southampton
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Bridge Education Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
414
Boys
209
Girls
205
FSM %
27.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-03-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hampshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 414 209 205 420 27.10
2024-09-11 418 209 209 420 23.40
2023-09-11 414 213 201 420 26.60
2022-09-11 414 213 201 420 26.60
2021-09-11 411 211 200 420 21.90
2020-09-11 409 222 187 420 17.40

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