Oakfield Community Primary School

URN: 133322 • Widnes WA8 8BQ

Overview

Name
Oakfield Community Primary School
URN
133322
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Joanne Makin (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01514244958
Website
Visit
Address
Edinburgh Road, Widnes WA8 8BQ

Summary

Oakfield Community Primary School, located in Widnes, Cheshire, is a mixed community primary school with a current enrolment of 307 pupils, out of a capacity of 330. The school prides itself on fostering a nurturing environment where every child is treated as an individual, encouraging them to grow in confidence and embrace challenges. The ethos of the school revolves around creating a sense of belonging, with a commitment to inclusivity as evidenced by its recognition as an IQM Centre of Excellence.

The curriculum at Oakfield is designed to support independent learning, where children are encouraged to take ownership of their education and learn from their experiences. The school promotes a culture of resilience, helping students understand that difficulties are part of the learning process. This approach is complemented by a supportive community that values each child's contributions and achievements.

With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (48.80%), Oakfield Community Primary School is dedicated to providing a safe and friendly environment for all students. The school aims to ensure that every child can achieve their full potential, preparing them for future success in a collaborative and inclusive setting.

Key details

LA
Halton
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
330
Pupils
307
Boys
154
Girls
153
FSM %
48.80
Open date
2001-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-09-30
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 307 154 153 330 48.80
2024-09-11 316 156 160 321 49.80
2023-09-11 288 139 149 321 54.10
2022-09-11 288 139 149 321 54.10
2021-09-11 297 149 148 321 54.60
2020-09-11 317 150 167 321 49.30

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