Ormiston Venture Academy

URN: 136187 • Gorleston NR31 7JJ

Overview

Name
Ormiston Venture Academy
URN
136187
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ORMISTON ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
80.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Simon Gilbert-Barnham (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01493662966
Website
Visit
Address
Oriel Avenue, Gorleston NR31 7JJ

Summary

Ormiston Venture Academy, located in Gorleston, Norfolk, is a mixed secondary academy with a capacity of 900 students and currently serves 902 pupils. As part of the Ormiston Academies Trust, the academy is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to aspire, achieve, create, and innovate. The school aims to equip students with the skills and character necessary to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

The curriculum at Ormiston Venture Academy is designed to be student-centered and innovative, promoting critical thinking and the use of new technologies. The academy places a strong emphasis on academic excellence while also providing opportunities for personal growth and cultural appreciation. The recent Ofsted report rated the school as Outstanding, highlighting the high expectations set for student achievement.

In addition to academic pursuits, Ormiston Venture Academy is committed to community engagement, ensuring that students become valuable members of their local environment. The school offers various support services, including SEND parental drop-in sessions, to assist families and foster a collaborative school community.

Key details

LA
Norfolk
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
ORMISTON ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
900
Pupils
902
Boys
479
Girls
423
FSM %
39.90
Open date
2010-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2013-05-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Norfolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 902 479 423 900 39.90
2024-09-11 887 468 419 900 38.80
2023-09-11 907 451 456 900 33.80
2022-09-11 907 451 456 900 33.80
2021-09-11 891 446 445 900 33.90
2020-09-11 880 439 441 900 28.80

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