The Oaks Primary School
URN: 141842 • Ipswich IP2 0NR
Overview
- Name
- The Oaks Primary School
- URN
- 141842
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ASSET EDUCATION
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 64.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Philip Palmer (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01473684994
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Aster Road, Ipswich IP2 0NR
Summary
The Oaks Primary School, located in Ipswich, Suffolk, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 451 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 434. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where children develop into kind, happy individuals who build positive relationships and care for one another. The ethos emphasizes excellence in learning, encouraging pupils to think independently, articulate their thoughts, and demonstrate resilience.
The curriculum at The Oaks is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience, equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary for future success. The school maintains high expectations for all pupils and promotes continuous improvement in both academic and personal development.
In addition to academic support, The Oaks Primary School offers resources for families, particularly in light of challenges such as the cost of living. The school values the partnership between home and school, encouraging parents and carers to engage actively in their children's education. For more information, visit their website at http://www.theoaksprimary.co.uk/.
The curriculum at The Oaks is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience, equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary for future success. The school maintains high expectations for all pupils and promotes continuous improvement in both academic and personal development.
In addition to academic support, The Oaks Primary School offers resources for families, particularly in light of challenges such as the cost of living. The school values the partnership between home and school, encouraging parents and carers to engage actively in their children's education. For more information, visit their website at http://www.theoaksprimary.co.uk/.
Useful links
- Meet the Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- School Events (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Read more (other)
- Policies (other)
- Admissions (other)
- In-Year Admissions (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Suffolk
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ASSET EDUCATION
- Capacity
- 434
- Pupils
- 451
- Boys
- 223
- Girls
- 228
- FSM %
- 33.10
- Open date
- 2015-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-09-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Suffolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 451 | 223 | 228 | 434 | 33.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 451 | 209 | 242 | 434 | 31.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 452 | 211 | 241 | 434 | 31.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 452 | 211 | 241 | 434 | 31.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 439 | 209 | 230 | 434 | 33.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 436 | 212 | 224 | 434 | 27.30 |
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