Oakfield Primary School
76%
Capacity
262
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Oakfield Primary School
Oakfield Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Lincolnshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 262 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oakfield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Williams, it falls under North Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2023rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 51 in North Lincolnshire.
Oakfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 89 applications for 43 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oakfield Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Cross Country, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Film Club, Gardening, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Lincolnshire, Oakfield Primary School is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 | Morecambe Avenue, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN16 3JF |
| Headteacher | Sarah Williams |
| Local Authority | North Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 262 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.1% |
| School Capacity | 262 / 343 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
2023rd of 13,686
Nationally
194th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
8th of 51
In North Lincolnshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
78%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed43
89
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Morecambe Avenue, Scunthorpe
North Lincolnshire, DN16 3JF
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