Odyssey House School - Bloomsbury

URN: 149566 • London WC1B 4JP

Overview

Name
Odyssey House School - Bloomsbury
URN
149566
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Admissions
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
33.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
David Robinson (since 2025)
Telephone
02033363593
Website
Visit
Address
45 Russell Square, London WC1B 4JP

Summary

Odyssey House School - Bloomsbury is an independent special school located in Russell Square, Camden, catering to a mixed-gender cohort of 18 pupils, with a capacity of 45. Established in 2019, the school focuses on providing a bespoke and holistic education for neurodiverse students, particularly those with autism and associated challenges such as emotionally based school avoidance. The school environment is designed to be low-arousal and sensory-friendly, promoting a nurturing atmosphere conducive to learning.

The curriculum at Odyssey House School is tailored to meet the unique needs of each child, allowing for personalised teaching in small class sizes. This approach aims to re-engage students who have struggled in mainstream educational settings by offering a flexible and engaging learning experience. The school employs a range of therapeutic methods to support students in their educational journey, ensuring that they can thrive academically and socially.

Odyssey House School is part of the Odyssey Education Group, which also includes a school in Wokingham. The ethos of the school centres on guiding and supporting pupils as they navigate their educational paths, fostering a sense of community and belonging among students and staff alike.

Key details

LA
Camden
Age range
7 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
45
Pupils
18
Boys
14
Girls
4
FSM %
Open date
2023-05-25
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 18 14 4 45
2024-09-11 18 15 3 45
2023-09-11 45

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