Oakwood Primary School
99%
Capacity
414
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Oakwood Primary School
Oakwood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 414 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Oakwood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Maria Whitmarsh, it falls under Southampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9431st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 42 in Southampton.
Oakwood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 59 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oakwood Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Forest School, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Netball, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Gardening, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, Oakwood Primary School 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 | Sandpiper Road, Southampton, Southampton, SO16 8FD |
| Headteacher | Maria Whitmarsh |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 414 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.1% |
| School Capacity | 414 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Dec 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9431st of 13,686
Nationally
1403rd of 2,034
In South East
24th of 42
In Southampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
55%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed59
95
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sandpiper Road, Southampton
Southampton, SO16 8FD
Journey to School
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