Oakwood Avenue Community Primary School
103%
Capacity
678
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Oakwood Avenue Community Primary School
Oakwood Avenue Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Warrington community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 678 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 656 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oakwood Avenue Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Reilly, it falls under Warrington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11483rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 53rd out of 55 in Warrington.
Oakwood Avenue Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 130 applications for 72 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 69 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oakwood Avenue Community Primary School include Forest School, Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Tennis, Athletics, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Eco Club, Chess, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Warrington, Oakwood Avenue 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Oakwood Avenue, Warrington, Warrington, WA1 3SZ |
| Headteacher | Joanne Reilly |
| Local Authority | Warrington |
| Number of Pupils | 678 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.1% |
| School Capacity | 678 / 656 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11483rd of 13,686
Nationally
1689th of 2,065
In North West
53rd of 55
In Warrington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
47%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed72
130
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
69 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Oakwood Avenue, Warrington
Warrington, WA1 3SZ
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