Oaklands Primary Academy
71%
Capacity
448
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Oaklands Primary Academy
Oaklands Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bromley community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 448 pupils on roll, operating at 71% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oaklands Primary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher James Robinson, it falls under Bromley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12541st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 68th out of 69 in Bromley.
Oaklands Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 27 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oaklands Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Rounders, Athletics, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromley, Oaklands Primary Academy is one of the options available in the London 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Oaklands Lane, Westerham, Bromley, TN16 3DN |
| Headteacher | James Robinson |
| Local Authority | Bromley |
| Number of Pupils | 448 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.6% |
| School Capacity | 448 / 630 (71% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12541st of 13,686
Nationally
1558th of 1,592
In London
68th of 69
In Bromley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
40%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 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.
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Contact Information
Oaklands Lane, Westerham
Bromley, TN16 3DN
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