The Oak View Academy
Whitby's Lane, Winsford, CW7 2LZOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
The Oak View Academy is a primary school in Winsford for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 181 schools in Cheshire West and Chester. It ranks 1st of 10 primary schools in Winsford. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in February 2024.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 13 February 2024, report published 20 March 2024
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 13 February 2024
Caring relationships form the foundation of this school. Staff are dedicated to helping pupils to develop a strong sense of community and belonging. Pupils are well supported emotionally and academically. They are celebrated as individuals. This helps pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), to feel happy. The school has high expectations for pupils' achievement. Many pupils achieve these aspirations and achieve well. They enjoy learning. Pupils are attentive during lessons and they follow instructions carefully. Pupils are sensible and quiet as they move around the school, showing respect for others. Pupils across school learn about different types of emotions and how to manage their feelings effectively. Staff speak calmly and kindly to pupils. As a result, pupils feel assured that they can speak to trusted members of staff if they have any concerns. The school places a high priority on pupils' learning beyond the academic curriculum. Older pupils take part in a residential trip and younger pupils visit the local nature park. Pupils enjoy friendly interactions across school. For example, in their role as play leaders, older pupils organise activities for younger pupils. Ambassadors celebrate other pupils' personal and academic achievement through recognition awards.
What the school should improve
- In a small number of subjects, the activities that teachers choose to deliver the curriculum do not help pupils learn the curriculum as well as they could. As a result, some pupils carry misconceptions in their knowledge. The school should ensure that it enables staff to gain the subject knowledge that they need to deliver all aspects of the curriculum.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
17 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
144 pupils on roll, with places for 182
Schools near The Oak View Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over St John's CofE Primary School | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 71% met the expected standard |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 50% met the expected standard |
| Grange Community Nursery and Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 63% met the expected standard |
| Over Hall Community School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 38% met the expected standard |
| Winsford High Street Community Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 46% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- NORTH WEST ACADEMIES TRUST LIMITED
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Ms Helen Bebbington
- Phone
- 01606800269
- Address
- Whitby's Lane, Winsford, CW7 2LZ
- Local authority
- Cheshire West and Chester
- URN
- 140664
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.