The Oaklands Primary School
URN: 139183 • Birmingham B27 7BT
Overview
- Name
- The Oaklands Primary School
- URN
- 139183
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SUMMIT LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Barker (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01217062168
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Dolphin Lane, Birmingham B27 7BT
Summary
The Oaklands Primary School is a two-form entry academy located in Acocks Green, Birmingham, with a current enrolment of 428 pupils and a capacity of 446. As part of the Summit Learning Trust, the school emphasizes the growth potential of every child, encapsulated in their motto, “Mighty Oaks from Little Acorns Grow.” The school aims to foster success through endeavour, ambition through challenge, and strength through diversity.
The curriculum at Oaklands is designed to provide a well-rounded education, encouraging students to engage with a variety of subjects and activities. The school places a strong emphasis on reading and literacy, as evidenced by their initiatives such as Reading Plus. Additionally, the school offers open sessions for prospective nursery and reception students, allowing families to experience the school environment and meet the staff.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (52.60%), Oaklands is committed to supporting its diverse community. The school strives to create an inclusive atmosphere that prepares students for future challenges, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to thrive academically and socially.
The curriculum at Oaklands is designed to provide a well-rounded education, encouraging students to engage with a variety of subjects and activities. The school places a strong emphasis on reading and literacy, as evidenced by their initiatives such as Reading Plus. Additionally, the school offers open sessions for prospective nursery and reception students, allowing families to experience the school environment and meet the staff.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (52.60%), Oaklands is committed to supporting its diverse community. The school strives to create an inclusive atmosphere that prepares students for future challenges, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to thrive academically and socially.
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- Admissions (other)
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- Prospectus (other)
- Statutory Information (other)
- The School Day & Term Dates (other)
- Welcome (other)
- Summit Learning Trust (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Grove Vale Primary School (75.2)
- St Andrew's CofE First School (74.5)
- Chilcote Primary School (73.8)
- Harborne Primary School (73.3)
- Bournville Infant School (72.8)
Key details
- LA
- Birmingham
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- SUMMIT LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 446
- Pupils
- 428
- Boys
- 237
- Girls
- 191
- FSM %
- 52.60
- Open date
- 2013-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-11-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 428 | 237 | 191 | 446 | 52.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 436 | 231 | 205 | 446 | 48.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 407 | 197 | 210 | 446 | 43.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 407 | 197 | 210 | 420 | 43.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 408 | 192 | 216 | 210 | 42.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 423 | 201 | 222 | 210 | 38.30 |
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