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Oasis Academy South Bank
75 Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7HS, Lambeth
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
88.1 / 100
Top 12%
Better than 88% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
709
Capacity
760
Ages
11–19
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
93%
Summary
With an Outstanding Ofsted rating and a GCSE Attainment 8 score placing it in the top 16% of schools nationally, this secondary school demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly with 76% of students achieving grade 4 or higher in English and Maths. Additionally, 86% of pupils progress to university, with nearly half attending top-third institutions, reflecting a solid commitment to higher education pathways. However, while the school excels in many areas, parents may want to consider the specific needs of their children to ensure a good fit.
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Last inspected: 22 May 2024Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 54.6 | Top 16% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 76% | Top 23% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 59% | Top 19% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 91% | Top 10% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 52% | Top 10% UK |
University Destinations
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Progression to university% of sixth-form leavers who went on to study a degree at a UK university. Includes all universities. National average ~55%. | 86% | Top 20% |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 44% | Top 20% |
Based on 57 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Pupil Ethnicity
Black African34.6%
White British9.7%
Other8.7%
White Other8.6%
Black Caribbean6.8%
Mixed Other4.5%
Black Other4.1%
Asian Bangladeshi3.4%
Mixed W+B African2.5%
Asian Chinese2.0%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.8%
Asian Other1.6%
Mixed W+Asian0.7%
Asian Indian0.6%
Asian Pakistani0.3%
White Irish0.1%
Location
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51.49838, -0.11164 · SE1 7HS
School details
Local authorityLambeth
RegionLondon
URN139659
School typeFree schools
Frequently asked questions
What is Oasis Academy South Bank rated by Ofsted?
Oasis Academy South Bank was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 22 May 2024.
Is Oasis Academy South Bank a good school?
Oasis Academy South Bank scores 88.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 12% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at Oasis Academy South Bank in GCSEs?
Oasis Academy South Bank achieved an Attainment 8 score of 54.6. 76% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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