Achieving

Excellence

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From the Headteacher

Oakwood School in Horley is an 11-16 Secondary School of approximately 1400 students and we are a proud and thriving school community. Our aspirational vision is encapsulated by our motto ‘Achieving Excellence Together’ as we strive to ensure that every individual makes exceptional progress, whatever their strengths and interests. This aspirational approach permeates throughout our work and curricular activities as we prepare students...

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Jack

Year 11 Student

As a student at Oakwood I have lots of opportunities. I have visited Germany and France on school trips, as well as Surrey University and soon Spain. I am in the Harlequins Rugby Academy and captain of the rugby team. The sporting facilities are excellent, as well as the learning resources which allow me to follow my interests for Computing. They have a diverse range of extracurricular activities to choose from, as well as tools which let you pursue whatever your future.

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Jake

Year 7 Student

I like Oakwood School because there is a variety of subjects. I love to read and 'Drop Everything and Read' really helps my writing to develop more.

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Miss Selsby

Teacher of Humanities

As a student, the teachers of Oakwood were very motivating and why I am a teacher today. My route into teaching was straightforward. I volunteered one day a week at Oakwood, working with students and spending time in lessons, reinforcing why I wanted to go into the profession. Oakwood offering the Schools Direct Route into teaching was appealing. I was aware I would get support from all areas of the school community. I can’t wait to see where the rest of my journey with Oakwood will go.

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Mr Herbert

Teacher of English and Middle Leader

I first came to Oakwood during the second placement of my teacher training and the first thing that struck me was the huge sense of collegiality and community. The best thing about being a teacher at Oakwood is having the privilege to work with such fantastic and creative students. It’s brilliant to work in a school which offers the students a great environment to work in. Oakwood is a school that never stands still. We reflect and develop to give students the best opportunities.

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Ellie

Year 10 Student

What I like about Oakwood is all of the opportunities that it gives me such as the brilliant clubs and now the Duke of Edinburgh Award. I also like the subjects available at Oakwood because they are interesting and diverse.

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Xinyan

Year 8 Student

Oakwood School has given me many opportunities to flourish. I love all subjects because my teachers are passionate about their subjects. Oakwood provides a wide range of extra-curricular activities, with dedicated staff who strive to bring out the best in everyone. The teachers at Oakwood are supportive and they have helped me learn many new skills in all my subjects. Oakwood has given me many opportunities to meet and make new lifelong friends.

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Crawley College Retweeted ‐ May 26th

Huge thanks to the @morgansindall team, who gave our construction students an amazing insight into the industry during their site visit today. They found out about carbon saving measures, and watched as the crane lifted a prefabricated panel into place with precision! https://t.co/x4FwIli94B

Crawley College Retweeted ‐ May 25th

It was great to see so many budding chefs from Oakwood School put their best cooking skills to the test yesterday. Joining our hospitality students, they produced an impressive three course meal for their guests to enjoy. We hear that the apple crumble was a real hit! 😋 🍏 https://t.co/xb8YLEmv1G

@oakwoodhorley ‐ May 18th

Week 17 update on the #newbuild. Check out the school website for more content and https://t.co/L3VRCoi7nz https://t.co/DYNNidxqTu

@oakwoodhorley ‐ May 15th

Wishing our lovely year 11 students all the best for the coming weeks as they sit their #GCSEs. There’s loads of revision support and information on the school website for both parents and students. https://t.co/xUzSh2UGZO #gcses2022 #year11 https://t.co/h2B8v85H30

@oakwoodhorley ‐ May 13th

Year 11 vs staff netball match today during 2nd break attended by students who paid 50p each for the privilege of watching the staff win 8-1! All proceeds will be split between @CR_UK and the Year 11 prom. Well done all. @Oakwood_PE https://t.co/Y3NucH5MRo

@oakwoodhorley ‐ May 12th

Great to support local theatre @ArchwayHorley especially when their latest production is directed by our very own Mrs Dunford and starring former student Abi. https://t.co/hRYrpXNThB

@oakwoodhorley ‐ May 12th

The U15 cricket team started the season off well with a win over @oxtedschool at @Horleycc. Great to see former student Christian who plays for the club. 🏏 https://t.co/zGbaO1725O

@oakwoodhorley ‐ May 10th

We are now on #Instagram. Go take a look and follow us. https://t.co/qbdF76GQn0

@oakwoodhorley ‐ Apr 29th

Thank you to @TheLRFoundation for a great assembly this morning and for the amazing gift boxes for the #year11 students created with the support of @sleepsmug @Tesco @Morrisons @CAMHSummits @BirdandBlendTea #MentalHealthMatters #supportingyoungpeople https://t.co/qac6hSyE1I

@oakwoodhorley ‐ Apr 27th

We are seeking a dynamic person to take lead responsibility and accountability for the delivery of the school’s programme of careers advice and guidance. Could this be you? Please see the school website for full details of the position. https://t.co/cVnW5yjfQk

@oakwoodhorley ‐ Mar 31st

Parents, please see your inbox for an email regarding updated #COVID isolation guidance for after the Easter holidays. 📧

@oakwoodhorley ‐ Mar 30th

#Horley #easteregghunt is taking place between 4th and 16th April. Loads of prizes to be won! Get your entry form from @WhiteandSons https://t.co/MqB5ojS2CJ #freeactivities #easterfun https://t.co/acnRDuiTex

@oakwoodhorley ‐ Mar 25th

Don't forget to #springforward this weekend. https://t.co/AGCCDstYdR

@oakwoodhorley ‐ Mar 25th

A group of year 8 students have gone off for a weekend of adventure for our first residential trip in two years! Wishing them all a fabulous time away. #schooltrip #outwardbound @PGLTravel

@oakwoodhorley ‐ Mar 24th

Parents of year 8, please see your inbox for an important letter from Mr Potten. PLEASE NOTE, Year 8 will have a remote learning day tomorrow, Friday 25th March. They will not be in school. Please see the website for further details.

@oakwoodhorley ‐ Jan 17th

Parents, please see your inbox for a letter from Mr Potten regarding changes to self-isolation for those who test positive for COVID-19. 📧

@oakwoodhorley ‐ Jan 4th

Parents, please see your inbox for a letter from Mr Potten regarding updated COVID guidance. 📧

YMCA East Surrey Retweeted ‐ Dec 10th

...and mince pies. Plus our Youth Workers will be running Christmas activities & making decorations. It's going to be a great event! Who's coming? #Horley @Horley_town @HorleyHubGarden @Horleylionsclub @AndrewsHorley @CareHorley @Horleyofficial @Horleycc @HorleyTC @OakwoodHorley

Action for Happiness Retweeted ‐ Nov 30th

Today is #GivingTuesday so let's fill the world with a bit more kindness ✨🌏💕 #DoGoodDecember https://t.co/sgz6b00wFv

Horley Library Retweeted ‐ Nov 30th

We've just topped up our display of #LGBTQ+ books for #YoungAdults - come in & pick a great read! If there's a book you'd like that we don't have here at Horley, don't forget that reservations for YA books on a Teen library card are FREE! @OakwoodHorley @SurreyLibraries https://t.co/zQ1snbSiG7

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Posted on - May 13th