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The Oakwood Academy
Bewcastle Road, Warren Hill, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG5 9PJ, Nottingham
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
31.1 / 100
Bottom 31%
Better than 31% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
746
Capacity
750
Ages
11–16
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
99%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this secondary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly in GCSE attainment where it ranks in the top 74% nationally. While 58% of students achieve grade 4 or above in English and Maths, there is room for improvement in higher grades, as only 33% reach grade 5 or above. Overall, the school offers a supportive environment for students aged 11-16, though its LocaleIQ score suggests it could enhance its appeal further.
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Last inspected: 11 July 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
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. | 41.3 | Bottom 26% 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%. | 58% | Bottom 29% 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%. | 33% | Bottom 23% 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%. | 37% | Bottom 42% 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%. | 18% | Bottom 42% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British64.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.7.6%
Black African7.5%
White Other6.0%
Mixed Other5.5%
Black Caribbean2.0%
Black Other1.9%
Mixed W+Asian1.1%
Asian Indian0.7%
Other0.7%
Mixed W+B African0.5%
Asian Other0.5%
White Irish0.5%
Asian Pakistani0.4%
Asian Chinese0.1%
Location
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53.01517, -1.15960 · NG5 9PJ
School details
Local authorityNottingham
RegionEast Midlands
URN141363
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Websitewww.oakwoodacademy.org.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is The Oakwood Academy rated by Ofsted?
The Oakwood Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 11 July 2023.
Is The Oakwood Academy a good school?
The Oakwood Academy scores 31.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 31% 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 The Oakwood Academy in GCSEs?
The Oakwood Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 41.3. 58% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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