Oakwood Junior School
Derby, DE24 0DD · Derby · primary school
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25th of 59 primary schools in Derby we can score, 74 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 — 5.6/10 against 1,194 of them, against 4.4/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Oakwood Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Gardening, Reading, Science, Maths, Choir, Mindfulness, and Art clubs. Sports include Multi Sports, Dodgeball, Football, Yoga, Gymnastics, Netball, and Futsal. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 340 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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 support pupils to bridge the gap between the 60.0% expected standard and the national median of 64%? What specific strategies are used in the after-school club to reinforce learning?
What Ofsted said about Oakwood Junior School
Overview
Oakwood Junior School is described as a ‘special place for pupils to learn and grow’, where students are ‘happy’ and ‘ready to learn’. The report highlights an ‘ambitious’ curriculum and ‘exceptional’ personal development provision, noting that pupils feel safe and value the ‘so many opportunities’ the school provides.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘carefully designed’ and ‘ambitious for all pupils’, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they ‘access the full curriculum’.
- Reading is a clear priority, with ‘highly structured’ daily phonics sessions and engaging texts that ensure pupils ‘become fluent’ and ‘enjoy reading’.
- Personal development is ‘exceptional’, with pupils developing a ‘strong understanding of world religions’ and learning about ‘good mental health’ and healthy relationships.
- Behaviour is ‘excellent’, bullying is ‘rare’, and pupils demonstrate ‘respect for each other and for staff’.
- Staff are ‘looked after well’, and the trust and governing board ‘challenge the school effectively’.
Areas to improve
- ‘Too many pupils do not attend school regularly enough’, preventing them from benefiting from the curriculum; the school must ensure these pupils receive ‘necessary support to enable them to attend regularly’.
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 | 75% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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