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Orion Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Orion Academy is a academy special sponsor led not applicable school in Oxford, Oxfordshire , serving pupils aged 10–18, with 74 pupils, and a capacity of 94 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby not applicable schools below.

10–18

Age range

74

Pupils

94

Capacity

79%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2024

Orion Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Orion Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Oxfordshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Oxfordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Oxfordshire catchment area documents →

Orion Academy — School Information

Full address
Knights Road, Blackbird Leys, Oxford, OX4 6DQ
Local authority
Oxfordshire
School type
Academy special sponsor led
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
10–18 years
Gender
Boys
Free school meals
70.8% of pupils
DfE URN
147728

Other Not applicable Schools in Oxford

If Orion Academy is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Oxford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Orion Academy

Is Orion Academy oversubscribed?

Orion Academy has a capacity of 94 places and currently has 74 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Oxfordshire.

What is the admissions policy for Orion Academy?

Admission to Orion Academy is managed by Oxfordshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Orion Academy cover?

Orion Academy is a not applicable school in Oxford, Oxfordshire, serving pupils aged 10–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Orion Academy?

Orion Academy was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.