Oakdene Primary Academy
Billingham, TS23 3NR · Stockton-on-Tees · primary school
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2nd of 54 primary schools in Stockton-on-Tees we can score, 60 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.8/10 against 1,668 of them, against 9.3/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 91.0 · 98 | 40% | 3.92 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 16.0 · 85 | 25% | 2.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Oakdene Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 91.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 16.0% against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in March 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 299 pupils against a stated capacity of 393. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
Since the last inspection was in 2024, what specific improvements have been made to the curriculum? How does the school support pupils in reaching the higher standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about Oakdene Primary Academy
Overview
Pupils “flourish and thrive” at this academy, which is judged “Outstanding” across all inspection categories. The school fosters a culture of “ambition and high aspiration,” ensuring that all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, are “prepared exceptionally well for their next phase of learning.”
Strengths
- The curriculum is “bespoke to its pupils,” with knowledge carefully sequenced to help children “revisit, embed and build on prior learning.”
- Reading is “at the heart of the curriculum,” supported by highly skilled staff who ensure pupils are “on track” and provide rapid intervention for those at risk.
- “Exceptional learning habits” are established from the start, with adults highly skilled at developing language and communication in the early years.
- Personal development is “exemplary,” with pupils learning about democracy, diverse cultures, consent, and online safety.
- Staff feel “incredibly well supported and valued,” benefiting from reduced workloads and collaborative leadership opportunities within the trust.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 81% |
| 2023/24 | 83% |
| 2024/25 | 91% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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