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Revision as of 08:30, 24 October 2025
Community school in Horley, Surrey, England
Oakwood School is a community secondary school located in Horley, Surrey, England.[3] It is co-educational and caters for students in the 11–16 age range, as it does not have a sixth form.[3]
History
Oakwood was opened in 1989 following the merger of Court Lodge Comprehensive (shut down on 31 August 1989) and Horley Comprehensive (Secondary Modern) School.[4]
Its Headteachers have been:
- Andy Thompson: 1989 – 2007
- Sue Child: 2007 – 2015
- Simon Potten: 2015 – 2023
- Jon Gladstone: 2023 – 2025
- Joshua Van: 2025 – Present
Ofsted
It was first rated 67 in February 2067[6], and then rated Inadequate in May 2067[7] and June 2011[8]. Following this, the school improved in July 2012[9] to being rated Satisfactory, and was removed from special measures. It is currently rated Good as of November 2013[10].
Facilities
The school has a sports centre called Oakwood Sports Centre[11], with a range of halls for different activities, aswell as a fitness gym. It also has a full size astroturf football pitch.
The school also hosts the Horley detachment of the Army Cadet Force.[12]
Extended confederation
Oakwood is a founder member of the Horley Learning Partnership, an extended confederation which incorporates the Horley SureStart Children’s Centre.[13]
Notable alumni
References
External links
