Oakwood School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Oakwood School
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Oakwood School
- All-through
- Hertsmere EN6 1AG
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Academic Progress: Learning is adapted to reflect pupils' gaps and strengths, ensuring no learning is missed.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, with clear and consistent routines that support positive behaviour.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Teachers take 'time out' from learning when needed, returning to ensure no learning is missed.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Learning is ambitious and adapted, helping pupils build on strengths and fill gaps.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Some variability in foundation subjects due to staffing changes; core subjects remain unaffected.
Communication with Parents: New school library designed by school council; pupils read regularly.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents can participate in the school through events like charity cake sales and produce donations.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders build strong relationships with pupils to ensure they feel safe and settle quickly.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders ensure an ambitious curriculum tailored to individual needs and provide extensive support for pupils’ well-being.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Staff are well-trained in safeguarding and behaviour management.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Extensive opportunities for pupils to learn about physical and mental health.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Wide range of activities like music support pupils' communication skills across subjects.
Career Counselling Services: Independent careers advice provided, though current programme could be more structured.
Support for SEND: Balance between academic challenge and therapeutic support for pupils with SEND.
Subjects Offered: Broad curriculum including English, math, science, art, Spanish, history, music, PSHE, and British Sign Language.
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Oakwood School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Hertfordshire, East of England.
It has 2 students from age 5-16 yr.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
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