Orion School
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 13-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 14246 Western Road Hockley Birmingham B18 7QD |
| Phone | 01212457200 |
| Reference Number | 147234 |
Orion School is performing well, emerging from a previous inspection of 'Requires Improvement' to 'Good' across key areas such as quality of education, behaviour and attitudes. The school offers a nurturing environment where pupils feel that they belong and engage enthusiastically in their learning. Special focus on social, emotional, and mental health needs enables pupils to excel in English and mathematics, while strong leadership fosters positive relationships and exceptional personal development opportunities. However, challenges remain in certain subject areas, such as history and physical education, where the curriculum lacks depth and continuity.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 17 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 88.24%
Girls: 11.76% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 0% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 100% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 04 Jul 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 04 Jul 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 29 Jun 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 22 Aug 2019 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Strong support for pupils' social and emotional needs
- Ambitious curriculum that improves skills in English and mathematics
- Effective vocational learning opportunities
- Exceptional personal development and character building
- High expectations for behaviour and positive attitudes among pupils
- Proactive approach to safeguarding
Areas for Improvement
- Some curriculum areas are not well developed
- Pupils show reluctance towards reading and lack exposure to diverse genres
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