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Red Oak Primary School

Southwell Road, Lowestoft, NR33 0RZ

A Good-rated primary school in Lowestoft where 88% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

437

Ages

3-11

FSM

43.0%

Capacity

470

Ofsted

Good

Feb 2017

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

95.0%

Writing

90.0%

Maths

98.0%

RWM Combined

88.0%

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About Red Oak Primary School

Red Oak Primary School is a primary school in Lowestoft, Suffolk. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2017 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 55 responses), 100% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 88% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 437 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Southwell Road, Lowestoft, NR33 0RZ | More schools in Suffolk

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Red Oak Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

May 2023 — School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Feb 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Red Oak Primary School

What is Red Oak Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Red Oak Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2017 inspection.

What do parents say about Red Oak Primary School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 55 responses): 100% of parents would recommend Red Oak Primary School.

What are Red Oak Primary School's latest exam results?

Red Oak Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 88% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Red Oak Primary School located?

Red Oak Primary School is a primary school in Lowestoft, Suffolk (NR33 0RZ).

How many pupils attend Red Oak Primary School?

Red Oak Primary School has around 437 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Red Oak Primary School with other schools?

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