Oakfield Community Primary School
93%
Capacity
307
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Oakfield Community Primary School
Oakfield Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Halton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 307 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 330 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oakfield Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Makin, it falls under Halton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 35% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12967th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 43 in Halton.
Oakfield Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 31 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 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 Community Primary School include Playing Fields, Library, Gymnasium, Forest School, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Athletics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Halton, Oakfield Community Primary School is one of the options available in the North West 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Edinburgh Road, Widnes, Halton, WA8 8BQ |
| Headteacher | Joanne Makin |
| Local Authority | Halton |
| Number of Pupils | 307 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.8% |
| School Capacity | 307 / 330 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (35%)
12967th of 13,686
Nationally
1938th of 2,065
In North West
39th of 43
In Halton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
35%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
30%
'23/24
35%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
61
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Edinburgh Road, Widnes
Halton, WA8 8BQ
Journey to School
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