Oarsome Chance
URN: 148196 • Gosport PO12 4QA
Overview
- Name
- Oarsome Chance
- URN
- 148196
- Type
- Special post 16 institution
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- John Gillard (since 2021)
- Telephone
- 02392504492
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- The Boathouse, Gosport PO12 4QA
Summary
Oarsome Chance is a special post-16 institution located in Gosport, Hampshire, dedicated to supporting young people with special educational needs. With a capacity of 12 students, the school aims to create a safe and inclusive environment where individuals feel valued and can develop essential life skills. The institution operates under a trauma-sensitive approach, providing tailored wellbeing support to help students build confidence and resilience.
The curriculum at Oarsome Chance is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students through two main programmes: Oarsome Foundations for pre-16 learners and Oarsome Pathways for post-16 learners. Both programmes offer a blend of practical and physical learning opportunities, alongside accredited qualifications through NCFE, enabling students to prepare for further education, training, or employment.
In addition to its educational offerings, Oarsome Chance is committed to community engagement through its Oarsome Community programme, which includes holiday activities and after-school clubs. The school collaborates with local agencies, schools, and families to ensure that each young person receives a bespoke package of support tailored to their individual needs.
The curriculum at Oarsome Chance is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students through two main programmes: Oarsome Foundations for pre-16 learners and Oarsome Pathways for post-16 learners. Both programmes offer a blend of practical and physical learning opportunities, alongside accredited qualifications through NCFE, enabling students to prepare for further education, training, or employment.
In addition to its educational offerings, Oarsome Chance is committed to community engagement through its Oarsome Community programme, which includes holiday activities and after-school clubs. The school collaborates with local agencies, schools, and families to ensure that each young person receives a bespoke package of support tailored to their individual needs.
Useful links
- policies.google.com (other)
- Home (other)
- Meet the Team (other)
- Oarsome Chance partners (other)
- Oarsome Chance Trustees (other)
- Oarsome Ambassador: Oarsome Poet (other)
- Our Story (other)
- Safeguarding and policies (other)
- Testimonials (other)
- Vision Strategy 2023 – 2026 (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Key Education Centre (55.3)
- Abbey House Independent Education and Care Limited (45.2)
- Kent Road Education Service (45.2)
- Marycourt School (45.2)
- Oarsome Chance (40.7)
Key details
- LA
- Hampshire
- Age range
- 16 - 25
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 12
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2015-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2021-09-11
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-09-11 | 12 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 12 |
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