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Oakdale Primary School

Oakdale Primary School

Peterborough, PE2 8TDPrimary School·Ages 5-11
Goodby Ofsted

97%

Capacity

407

Pupils

2.5x

Demand

About Oakdale Primary School

Oakdale Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Peterborough community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 407 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places).

Ofsted has rated Oakdale Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ilona Wrigley, it falls under Peterborough local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8654th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 53 in Peterborough.

Oakdale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 132 applications for 52 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Oakdale Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Athletics, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Science Club, Drama.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Peterborough, Oakdale Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range5 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressOakdale Avenue, Peterborough, Peterborough, PE2 8TD
HeadteacherIlona Wrigley
Local AuthorityPeterborough
Number of Pupils407
Free School Meals (FSM)17.4%
School Capacity407 / 420 (97% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

10 Nov 2021
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (10 Nov 2021): School remains Good

Unchanged
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 4 Nov 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)

8654th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 63%

941st of 1,612

In East of England

Top 58%

27th of 53

In Peterborough

Top 51%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

57%

Expected Standard

7%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 104
Expected:77%
Higher:27%
Writing
Expected:87%
Higher:17%
MathsAvg Score: 104
Expected:70%
Higher:27%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -4%

'22/23

61%

'23/24

57%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

7
Dining HallLibraryArt StudiosPlaying FieldsOutdoor PlaygroundForest SchoolChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

11

Sports

RoundersCross CountryAthleticsCricketNetballFootballDance

Clubs & Activities

ChessChoirScience ClubDrama

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

52

Applications

132

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.5x
0x1x2x3x5x+

46 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Oakdale Primary School

Oakdale Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01733566237www.oakdale.peterborough.sch.uk

Oakdale Avenue, Peterborough

Peterborough, PE2 8TD

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Oakdale Avenue, Peterborough

Peterborough, PE2 8TD

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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