Oaklands School
URN: 118437 • Chatham ME5 0QS
Overview
- Name
- Oaklands School
- URN
- 118437
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Barry Symons (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Weedswood Road, Chatham ME5 0QS
Summary
Oaklands School is a mixed community primary school located in Chatham, Medway, with a current enrolment of 431 pupils and a capacity for 470. The school promotes a collaborative ethos encapsulated in its motto, "Together Everyone Achieves More." Oaklands is committed to providing an engaging curriculum that includes unique offerings such as Forest School and access to a swimming pool, fostering both academic and personal growth.
The school places a strong emphasis on community values and teamwork, encouraging students to participate actively in their learning environment. Oaklands also prioritises inclusivity, with 30.5% of its pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to supporting all families within the community.
Uniform is an important aspect of school life at Oaklands, designed to promote a sense of belonging and high standards. The uniform policy allows for flexibility in colour choices, ensuring that students feel comfortable while adhering to school guidelines. Overall, Oaklands School aims to create a nurturing and supportive atmosphere for all its pupils.
The school places a strong emphasis on community values and teamwork, encouraging students to participate actively in their learning environment. Oaklands also prioritises inclusivity, with 30.5% of its pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to supporting all families within the community.
Uniform is an important aspect of school life at Oaklands, designed to promote a sense of belonging and high standards. The uniform policy allows for flexibility in colour choices, ensuring that students feel comfortable while adhering to school guidelines. Overall, Oaklands School aims to create a nurturing and supportive atmosphere for all its pupils.
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 431 | 223 | 208 | 470 | 30.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 431 | 223 | 208 | 470 | 30.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 431 | 223 | 208 | 470 | 30.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 431 | 223 | 208 | 470 | 30.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 431 | 223 | 208 | 470 | 30.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 431 | 223 | 208 | 470 | 30.50 |
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