Oakwood Primary School
URN: 117222 • St Albans AL4 0XA
Overview
- Name
- Oakwood Primary School
- URN
- 117222
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 69.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Anna Thompson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01727753930
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Oakwood Drive, St Albans AL4 0XA
Summary
Oakwood Primary School, located in St Albans, Hertfordshire, is a mixed community school with a current enrollment of 313 pupils, close to its capacity of 315. The school is committed to fostering a caring and supportive environment where children can thrive. Its core values of Kindness, Curiosity, and Ambition guide the school's ethos, encouraging positive relationships and personal development among students.
The curriculum at Oakwood is designed to be broad and engaging, aiming to spark children's interest and passion for learning. The school places a strong emphasis on personal, social, and emotional development, providing various opportunities to enhance students' mental health and resilience. Additionally, Oakwood participates in the OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) initiative, which enriches lunchtime play experiences.
Collaboration with parents is highly valued at Oakwood, as the school believes that strong partnerships within the community are essential for fostering a successful learning environment. The dedicated staff and supportive governors work closely with families to ensure that every child can reach their full potential. For more information, visit their website at http://www.oakwood.herts.sch.uk/.
The curriculum at Oakwood is designed to be broad and engaging, aiming to spark children's interest and passion for learning. The school places a strong emphasis on personal, social, and emotional development, providing various opportunities to enhance students' mental health and resilience. Additionally, Oakwood participates in the OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) initiative, which enriches lunchtime play experiences.
Collaboration with parents is highly valued at Oakwood, as the school believes that strong partnerships within the community are essential for fostering a successful learning environment. The dedicated staff and supportive governors work closely with families to ensure that every child can reach their full potential. For more information, visit their website at http://www.oakwood.herts.sch.uk/.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Inclusion and SEND (sen)
- Sensory and Physical Needs (sen)
- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) (sen)
- Admissions (other)
- New Term, New Clubs (other)
- Policies (other)
- Website Policy (other)
- Term Dates (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 315
- Pupils
- 313
- Boys
- 149
- Girls
- 164
- FSM %
- 7.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2014-04-02
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 313 | 149 | 164 | 315 | 7.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 318 | 149 | 169 | 315 | 5.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 317 | 156 | 161 | 315 | 3.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 317 | 156 | 161 | 315 | 3.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 315 | 152 | 163 | 315 | 2.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 315 | 155 | 160 | 315 | 0.60 |
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