Orion Academy

Knights Road, Blackbird Leys, OX4 6DQ

Academy special sponsor led for ages 10–18 in Blackbird Leys. Boys intake.

Orion Academy is a boys' special academy in Oxford for ages 10 to 18, with a sixth form. It has special classes and SEN provision for autism and social, emotional and mental health needs. Ofsted rated the school Requires improvement in July 2024.

The school says it was established in February 2020 and moved into a new building in September 2021, with therapeutic and vocational spaces, a music studio, gym and sports hall. It describes small classes, restorative practice, and expectations framed as Ready, Respectful and Safe.

Ages 10–18 · All-through

74 pupils · On roll

Academy special sponsor led · Boys

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Primary applications close on 15 January 2027; secondary applications close on 31 October 2026. Sign in and create a planner to keep the deadline and school visits together. See Oxfordshire’s deadlines and how to apply →