Oakwood Primary Academy
URN: 143305 • Plymouth PL6 6QS
Overview
- Name
- Oakwood Primary Academy
- URN
- 143305
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- DISCOVERY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul Arnold (since 2025) , Head of School
- Telephone
- 01752775478
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Pendeen Crescent, Plymouth PL6 6QS
Summary
Oakwood Primary Academy is a mixed primary school located in Southway, Plymouth, with a current enrollment of 273 pupils and a capacity for 420. As an academy converter, the school emphasizes academic excellence while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. The core values of inclusion, collaboration, democracy, and excellence underpin the school's ethos, aiming to instill a love of learning in all students.
The curriculum at Oakwood is designed to be engaging and comprehensive, with a strong focus on Reading, Writing, and Maths. The school encourages parental involvement in the educational process, recognizing the importance of collaboration between families and staff in supporting children's learning. Additional programs and resources are available for students with special educational needs, ensuring that all pupils receive the support they need to thrive.
As a community-focused institution, Oakwood Primary Academy values its relationships with parents and local families, positioning itself as a central part of the community. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment where every child can achieve their full potential.
The curriculum at Oakwood is designed to be engaging and comprehensive, with a strong focus on Reading, Writing, and Maths. The school encourages parental involvement in the educational process, recognizing the importance of collaboration between families and staff in supporting children's learning. Additional programs and resources are available for students with special educational needs, ensuring that all pupils receive the support they need to thrive.
As a community-focused institution, Oakwood Primary Academy values its relationships with parents and local families, positioning itself as a central part of the community. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment where every child can achieve their full potential.
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Nearby alternatives
- Elburton Primary School (79.1)
- Hyde Park Infants' School (76.0)
- Glen Park Primary School (74.8)
- Boringdon Primary School (70.2)
- Holy Cross Catholic Primary School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Plymouth
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- DISCOVERY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 273
- Boys
- 144
- Girls
- 129
- FSM %
- 33.00
- Open date
- 2016-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-06-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Devon
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 273 | 144 | 129 | 420 | 33.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 311 | 167 | 144 | 420 | 36.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 352 | 176 | 176 | 420 | 32.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 352 | 176 | 176 | 420 | 32.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 327 | 166 | 161 | 420 | 32.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 320 | 168 | 152 | 420 | 23.80 |
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