Oakfield Church of England Aided Primary School, Ryde
Ryde, PO33 1NE · Isle of Wight · primary school
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31st of 35 primary schools in Isle of Wight we can score, 36 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 1.9/10 against 1,241 of them, against 1.7/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 51.0 · 21 | 40% | 0.83 |
| Ofsted | 3 | 35% | 0.10 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Oakfield Church of England Aided Primary School, Ryde overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 51.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (1.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.7 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school 'Requires improvement' in November 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 185 pupils against a stated capacity of 510. 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
How does the school plan to raise attainment from the current 51.0% to the national median of 64%? What specific actions are being taken to address the 'Requires improvement' rating from the 2023 inspection? How do the breakfast and after-school clubs support pupils' daily routine and learning?
What Ofsted said about Oakfield Church of England Aided Primary School, Ryde
Overview
This is a “happy and supportive school” where pupils feel safe and treat others with respect. However, the overall effectiveness is judged as “Requires improvement” because too many pupils do not achieve as well as they should, particularly in subjects where curriculum sequencing is inconsistent.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate strong “behaviour and attitudes,” with staff addressing concentration issues promptly in a “calm and orderly” environment.
- Early years provision is “Good,” with warm relationships and a well-structured phonics programme that helps children read with confidence.
- Personal development is “Good,” with pupils encouraged to be “global citizens” through charity work and community contributions.
- Identification of needs for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) has improved, with some receiving effective support.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure “the highest expectations for achievement for all pupils,” as current expectations for some are “too low,” preventing them from learning age-appropriate knowledge.
- The curriculum in some foundation subjects lacks precision and coherent sequencing; leaders need to embed a clear plan from Nursery to Year 6 so pupils can integrate new knowledge effectively.
- Staff subject knowledge and pedagogical skills are variable; leaders must strengthen teachers’ knowledge and ensure subject leaders provide consistent support to help pupils achieve better.
Safeguarding
The report states that “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 | 38% |
| 2023/24 | 29% |
| 2024/25 | 51% |
| 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
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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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