Oakwood Academy

Overview

Oakwood Academy is confirmed as an outstanding school, described as an “exceptionally nurturing community” where pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities “flourish academically, personally and socially.” The report highlights a “highly ambitious and stimulating curriculum” that is adeptly tailored to individual needs, ensuring pupils receive a “well-rounded education” that prepares them exceptionally well for their future lives.

Strengths

• The curriculum is “carefully designed” with topics taught in a “logical order,” allowing pupils to “build their understanding” and make “substantial gains in their knowledge.”
• Staff provide “highly effective support” for reading, helping pupils to “catch up quickly” and develop “fluency and confidence.”
• Pupils exhibit “remarkable behaviour” and are “highly respectful and caring towards others,” contributing to a “harmonious atmosphere.”
• The school fosters strong personal development through “age-appropriate relationships and sex education,” mindfulness sessions, and “high-quality and impartial careers guidance.”
• Leadership demonstrates “highly effective and unwavering commitment,” with staff reporting high morale and pride in their work.

Areas to improve

• The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”