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Witham Oaks Academy
Spa Road, Witham, Essex, CM8 1NA, Essex
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
58.8 / 100
Top 41%
Better than 59% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
274
Capacity
296
Ages
7–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
93%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates strong performance, particularly in achieving a 72% rate for students meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 31% nationally. While the percentage of pupils reaching a higher standard is relatively low at 6%, the school is better than 59% of others in the area, indicating a solid foundation for academic growth. Overall, it presents a positive option for parents seeking a supportive learning environment for their children aged 7-11.
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Last inspected: 13 December 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 72% | Top 31% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 6% | Bottom 42% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British81.4%
White Other4.4%
Mixed W+B Carib.3.6%
Black African3.3%
Other2.6%
Asian Chinese0.7%
Mixed W+Asian0.4%
Asian Other0.4%
Mixed Other0.4%
Black Caribbean0.4%
Asian Bangladeshi0.4%
Location
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51.80548, 0.62396 · CM8 1NA
School details
Local authorityEssex
RegionEast of England
URN139871
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.withamoaksacademy.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Witham Oaks Academy rated by Ofsted?
Witham Oaks Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 13 December 2023.
Is Witham Oaks Academy a good school?
Witham Oaks Academy scores 58.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 41% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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