Oakfield Academy
76%
Capacity
159
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Oakfield Academy
Oakfield Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the New Forest community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 159 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Oakfield Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lucy Bray, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12048th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 35 in New Forest.
Oakfield Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 24 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oakfield Academy include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Dance, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Film Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in New Forest, Oakfield Academy is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Sylvia Crescent, Southampton, New Forest, SO40 3LN |
| Headteacher | Lucy Bray |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 159 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.9% |
| School Capacity | 159 / 210 (76% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12048th of 13,686
Nationally
1799th of 2,034
In South East
32nd of 35
In New Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
43%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oakfield Academy
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Contact Information
Sylvia Crescent, Southampton
New Forest, SO40 3LN
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