Orion Academy
URN: 147728 • Oxford OX4 6DQ
Overview
- Name
- Orion Academy
- URN
- 147728
- Type
- Academy special sponsor led
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE GALLERY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 31.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Hannah Shuker Jessie Shakespeare (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01865771703
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Knights Road, Oxford OX4 6DQ
Summary
Orion Academy, located in Oxford, is a special academy for boys established in February 2020, currently accommodating 74 students with a capacity of 102. The school focuses on supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC), and other associated difficulties. Each student has an Education, Health and Care plan, ensuring tailored support to meet individual needs.
The academy operates within a nurturing environment that promotes positive relationships, guided by the principles of being 'Ready, Respectful and Safe.' Class sizes are kept small, allowing dedicated staff to work closely with students throughout the week, fostering continuity and deep connections. The curriculum is designed with the students' special educational needs at its core, aiming to prepare them for life beyond school.
Orion Academy emphasizes community engagement and collaboration with families to create an inclusive atmosphere. The school offers purpose-built facilities, including therapeutic and vocational spaces, to enhance the learning experience. Through a focus on personal development, students are encouraged to become responsible citizens, equipped with the skills to navigate a diverse world.
The academy operates within a nurturing environment that promotes positive relationships, guided by the principles of being 'Ready, Respectful and Safe.' Class sizes are kept small, allowing dedicated staff to work closely with students throughout the week, fostering continuity and deep connections. The curriculum is designed with the students' special educational needs at its core, aiming to prepare them for life beyond school.
Orion Academy emphasizes community engagement and collaboration with families to create an inclusive atmosphere. The school offers purpose-built facilities, including therapeutic and vocational spaces, to enhance the learning experience. Through a focus on personal development, students are encouraged to become responsible citizens, equipped with the skills to navigate a diverse world.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- SEND Information Report 2023-2024 (sen)
- https://www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/25170227.oxford-send-school-pupils-meet-lord-mayor-discuss-role/ (sen)
- Home (other)
- Meet our Staff (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Aims and Values (other)
- Policies and Statutory Information (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Chilworth House School (65.5)
- Include - Oxfordshire (61.3)
- Oxford Brookes University (60.2)
- The Iffley Academy (59.9)
- Northern House Academy (59.4)
Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 10 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE GALLERY TRUST
- Capacity
- 102
- Pupils
- 74
- Boys
- 71
- Girls
- 3
- FSM %
- 70.80
- Open date
- 2020-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-06-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Oxfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 74 | 71 | 3 | 102 | 70.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 83 | 79 | 4 | 102 | 70.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 87 | 79 | 8 | 102 | 60.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 87 | 79 | 8 | 88 | 60.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 68 | 64 | 4 | 67 | 63.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 108 |
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