Oak House School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 10 October 2023

The school's classroom is a bright and welcoming environment. Pupils feel relaxed and comfortable here. Pupils are well supported in developing their independence, for example in accessing resources for their classroom activities. This helps prepare them for life after school. Adults provide pupils with the support that they need to manage their emotions and to adapt their behaviour. They do this in a kind and considerate way. There are comfortable spaces, both inside and outside the classroom, for pupils to take time to reflect on what they are learning or to read from the wide range of books on offer. Adults spend time talking to pupils about what they are learning and about how they are feeling. This helps to develop pupils' social and emotional skills. Pupils achieve well at school, including in their literacy and numeracy. Pupils are kept safe at school. They know what to do and who they can talk to if they have any worries or concerns. Pupils get on well with each other. If there are any friendship problems, then adults help to make sure that they are sorted out quickly.

What the school should improve

• In a few subjects, the subject content that the school wants pupils to know and remember is not precisely identified. This means that pupils do not build up the strong body of subject knowledge that they should. The school should refine its curriculum thinking in these subjects, clearly identifying the component pieces of knowledge and skills that should be taught and assessed.

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