Business Details
Welcome to Oaklands Primary School
We are a proud primary school community dedicated to nurturing every child's potential through a balanced curriculum and inclusive environment. Our school combines the benefits of a large institution with the warmth of a close-knit family, ensuring each pupil feels valued and supported. With consistently good attainment results over five years, we maintain high academic standards while fostering personal growth. Our extensive facilities include specialist learning spaces, outdoor environments, and dedicated autism provision. Our experienced team works collaboratively with parents to create optimal learning experiences. We prioritise character education alongside core subjects, preparing children for future responsibilities through critical thinking and creative problem-solving.Our curriculum integrates real-world applications with national standards, delivered through engaging teaching methods and continuous assessment. We actively promote healthy lifestyles, social communication skills, and mutual respect across diverse cultures. Our forward-thinking approach ensures children develop resilience, independence, and self-motivation for lifelong learning. We maintain transparent communication with families through digital platforms and regular updates.
Services
Primary Education
Autism Provision
Curriculum Planning
Safeguarding Services
Parent Communication
Outdoor Learning
Character Education
SEND Support
School Admissions
Community Engagement
Highlights and features
- We offer specialist autism provision with dedicated resources
- Our team maintains consistently good Ofsted-rated attainment
- We provide extensive outdoor learning environments and facilities
- Our curriculum integrates character education with academic standards
- We foster strong home-school partnerships through digital communication
What people say
Inclusive atmosphere
Dedicated teachers
Excellent SEN support
Engaging curriculum
Beautiful facilities
Services
Primary Education
We deliver comprehensive primary education for children aged 4-11 through a balanced curriculum combining academic excellence with character development. Our experienced teachers use engaging methods to foster critical thinking and creativity while maintaining high attainment standards. The programme includes specialist facilities and outdoor learning environments to support diverse learning styles.
Autism Provision
Our specialist autism provision offers tailored education for children with autism spectrum disorder. The satellite model combines specialist teaching with mainstream integration opportunities. We provide two dedicated classes with experienced staff and enhanced resources while maintaining full access to school facilities and community activities.
Curriculum Planning
We develop purposeful curricula that build core skills while promoting real-world application. Our approach integrates national standards with creative learning experiences across subjects. The programme includes progression pathways matched to pupil development and interests, with regular updates shared through parent leaflets and digital platforms.
Safeguarding Services
Our safeguarding framework ensures pupil wellbeing through trained staff and clear procedures. We maintain safe learning environments with dedicated leadership and regular policy updates. The programme includes staff training, incident reporting systems, and collaboration with external agencies to protect all children in our care.
Parent Communication
We maintain regular communication with families through digital platforms and traditional methods. Our MCAS system provides timely updates while office staff handle direct inquiries. We encourage parental involvement through events, consultations, and home-learning resources to strengthen school-family partnerships.
People
Ms Karen Parr
Headteacher
Ms Parr leads our school with a commitment to inclusive education. She oversees curriculum development and staff training while maintaining strong community connections. Her leadership focuses on combining academic excellence with personal growth.
Mr Steve Reynolds
Deputy Headteacher
Mr Reynolds supports school operations and teaching standards. He works closely with staff to maintain consistent educational quality across all classes. His focus includes curriculum implementation and staff professional development.
Mrs Ali Gray
SENCo
Mrs Gray coordinates our special educational needs provision. She manages the autism centre and supports inclusive learning strategies across the school. Her expertise ensures appropriate resources for children with diverse learning requirements.
Mr Nathaniel Nicholl
Safeguarding Lead
Mr Nicholl oversees child protection policies and staff training. He ensures safe environments through regular audits and collaboration with external agencies. His role includes supporting families and maintaining safeguarding compliance.
Mrs Lucy Ridout
School Office Manager
Mrs Ridout manages administrative operations and parent communications. She handles admissions, records, and daily school logistics. Her team ensures smooth office functions and timely information flow to families.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We educate children aged 4-11 years across 14 mainstream classes and 2 specialist autism classes.
Do you offer special educational needs support?
Yes, we have a dedicated autism provision with specialist teachers and tailored learning environments.
What curriculum do you follow?
We follow the National Curriculum enhanced with character education, outdoor learning, and creative experiences.
How do you communicate with parents?
We use MCAS digital platform, email updates, and regular parent-teacher meetings for consistent communication.
What facilities do you have?
Our facilities include cookery room, forest school, trim trails, sports fields, and specialist autism classrooms.
How do you support pupil wellbeing?
We promote wellbeing through character education, mental health awareness, and safe learning environments with trained staff.
