Oasis Academy Marksbury Road

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 17 December 2024

This is a happy and welcoming school that lies at the heart of the community it serves. Pupils describe it as a 'diverse place' where everyone from a range of backgrounds get along together. They understand that staff expect them to work hard and do their best. By the end of Year 6, pupils build the knowledge and skills they need to be well-prepared for secondary school. Pupils live up to the school's high expectations of their behaviour. They show exceptional manners and courtesy. Children in the early years eagerly share their learning and follow instructions carefully. Across the school, the atmosphere is calm and purposeful. Pupils feel safe and cared for. Relationships are strong between adults and pupils. Pupils know that staff will listen and help them with any problems or concerns that may arise. The school provides pupils with a rich set of experiences that extend their learning beyond the classroom. Pupils enjoy clubs such as football, trips to take part in musical concerts and residentials. They take pride in their leadership roles, which include pupil parliament, early years' helpers and 'mini police.' Pupils say these roles give them a voice and make them feel trusted.

What the school should improve

• In some subjects, teachers' checking of what pupils have learned is not as effective as it could be. Consequently, some pupils struggle to remember key knowledge and skills they have learned. The trust should ensure that all staff check pupils' understanding and retention of key knowledge and language so that pupils can apply it to future learning.

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