Oxley Park Academy
83%
Capacity
696
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Oxley Park Academy
Oxley Park Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Milton Keynes community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 696 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 840 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oxley Park Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Noel Springett-McHugh, it falls under Milton Keynes local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6916th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 54 in Milton Keynes.
Oxley Park Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 163 applications for 75 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 74 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 Oxley Park Academy include Dining Hall, Library, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Dance, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Film Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Milton Keynes, Oxley Park Academy 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Redgrave Drive, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, MK4 4TA |
| Headteacher | Noel Springett-McHugh |
| Local Authority | Milton Keynes |
| Number of Pupils | 696 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.8% |
| School Capacity | 696 / 840 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6916th of 13,686
Nationally
974th of 2,034
In South East
23rd of 54
In Milton Keynes
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
63%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed75
163
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
74 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Redgrave Drive, Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes, MK4 4TA
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