Oasis Academy Clarksfield
Oldham, OL4 1NG · Oldham · primary school
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36th of 71 primary schools in Oldham we can score, 86 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 — 4.3/10 against 912 of them, against 3.1/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Oasis Academy Clarksfield overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a children’s yoga club, Pastoral Lunch Time Club, Book in a Box, Tremendous Tuesdays, and Commando Joe. A breakfast club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 461 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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
What specific support is provided for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in maths? How are the named sports and clubs scheduled to ensure broad participation?
What Ofsted said about Oasis Academy Clarksfield
Overview
Oasis Academy Clarksfield is described as a "happy school" where pupils enjoy "positive and encouraging relationships" with staff and peers. Leaders have established a "broad and ambitious curriculum" that builds progressively, resulting in "exemplary" behaviour and high expectations for pupil achievement.
Strengths
- Pupils receive a "warm welcome" each morning and feel safe, with leaders dealing with bullying concerns "thoroughly".
- The curriculum is carefully ordered, ensuring new ideas "build progressively on pupils’ previous learning".
- Teachers generally possess "strong subject knowledge" and explain ideas clearly, helping pupils approach new learning with confidence.
- Pupils engage in an "extensive range of experiences," including "Tremendous Tuesdays" clubs and special roles like "habit heroes".
- Leaders identify the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) early and provide appropriate specialist support.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure early readers are given books that "match the sounds and letters that they know" to improve fluency.
- Teachers should develop the use of regular assessment strategies to "check what pupils understand and address any misconceptions promptly".
- Leaders need to work with families to improve the attendance of pupils who "miss too much of their education".
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," with staff receiving regular training and following agreed procedures to report concerns promptly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 39% |
| 2023/24 | 44% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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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