Oaklands Junior School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 26 April 2022

Pupils enjoy the subjects they study, thinking deeply about their learning. This reflects the school's strong focus on 'Learning to think - Thinking to learn'. Pupils show high levels of respect for one another and for all adults who care for them. They have very positive attitudes to learning, work hard in lessons and live up to their teachers' high expectations. Pupils at Oaklands learn in a happy, safe and secure environment, which they describe as 'discrimination-free'. Pupils behave very well and have a strong sense of right and wrong. One pupil commented, 'We try to respect one another and each other's space to exist.' Pupils confirm that bullying is rare in school. If it does happen, they say adults take swift action. This reflects pupils' high level of trust in the adults who look after them. Pupils speak enthusiastically about their learning. They especially like how teachers promote discussions in lessons. Pupils say this helps them develop their thinking and understanding. They enjoy the wide range of clubs and activities available after school. Parents recognise and appreciate the value this adds to their child's education.

What the school should improve

• In some subjects, leaders' plans for the sequence of learning are not yet fully developed. Here, some pupils are at risk of missing out on key skills and knowledge that they need to learn. Leaders need to continue to review and refine curriculum provision in these areas, in line with their development plan.

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