Ormston School
URN: 150968 • Leeds LS6 2AH
Overview
- Name
- Ormston School
- URN
- 150968
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 34.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- James Brown (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01135655210
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Alma Road, Leeds LS6 2AH
Summary
Ormston School, located in Headingley, Leeds, is an independent special school catering to 21 pupils aged 5-18 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), including social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and anxiety. The school aims to provide a supportive and safe learning environment where students can thrive, develop essential skills, and achieve their full potential.
The curriculum at Ormston is tailored to meet individual needs, following the National Curriculum for younger pupils while offering a broad range of qualifications for older students, including GCSEs and functional skills. Class sizes are small, typically comprising 4-6 students, which allows for personalised attention from teachers and teaching assistants. The school emphasises the importance of preparing students for their next steps and future aspirations through a strong careers programme.
As part of the Polaris Community, Ormston School collaborates with other special schools and support services to enhance educational experiences and outcomes for its pupils. The school values integrity, inclusivity, teamwork, celebration, and respect, fostering a positive atmosphere where students feel secure and accepted.
The curriculum at Ormston is tailored to meet individual needs, following the National Curriculum for younger pupils while offering a broad range of qualifications for older students, including GCSEs and functional skills. Class sizes are small, typically comprising 4-6 students, which allows for personalised attention from teachers and teaching assistants. The school emphasises the importance of preparing students for their next steps and future aspirations through a strong careers programme.
As part of the Polaris Community, Ormston School collaborates with other special schools and support services to enhance educational experiences and outcomes for its pupils. The school values integrity, inclusivity, teamwork, celebration, and respect, fostering a positive atmosphere where students feel secure and accepted.
Useful links
- Consent Forms (sen)
- Menu (download)
- Admissions and Referrals (other)
- Behaviour Policy Statement (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Safeguarding Policy Statement (other)
- School Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Terms of Use (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Northern School of Contemporary Dance (70.2)
- Leeds Christian School of Excellence (61.2)
- West Oaks School (60.9)
- Leeds Arts University (60.2)
- Leeds Beckett University (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- Leeds
- Age range
- 5 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 40
- Pupils
- 21
- Boys
- 15
- Girls
- 6
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2024-08-22
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 21 | 15 | 6 | 40 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 40 |
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