Oakwood Primary School

URN: 135857 • Cheltenham GL52 5HD

Overview

Name
Oakwood Primary School
URN
135857
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Child and Family Learning Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
46.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
T Larner (since 2025)
Telephone
01242515775
Website
Visit
Address
Cotswold Road, Cheltenham GL52 5HD

Summary

Oakwood Primary School is a mixed foundation school located in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, catering to 342 pupils aged 4 to 11 years. The school prioritises strong community links and collaborates with local educational institutions, including the University of Gloucestershire and Cheltenham Ladies College, to enhance the curriculum. Under the leadership of Executive Head Teacher Tony Larner, Oakwood works closely with Gardners Lane Primary School to foster a supportive educational environment.

The school’s ethos centres on promoting safety, emotional wellbeing, and positive relationships within the school community. Oakwood implements a restorative approach to behaviour management, emphasising the core expectations of being Ready, Respectful, and Safe. These values are integrated into daily activities and celebrated through a system of Dojo points, recognising students for their positive contributions.

Oakwood's curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, many of whom come from disadvantaged backgrounds or require additional support. The school follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and aims to prepare all students for future success by encouraging them to aspire and achieve their best.

Key details

LA
Gloucestershire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
Not applicable
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Child and Family Learning Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
342
Boys
169
Girls
173
FSM %
41.50
Open date
2009-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Gloucestershire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 342 169 173 420 41.50
2024-09-11 358 177 181 420 39.90
2023-09-11 326 167 159 420 39.60
2022-09-11 326 167 159 420 39.60
2021-09-11 317 160 157 420 41.00
2020-09-11 334 167 167 420 26.00

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