OA - Cambridge is an alternative provision academy in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, for children and young people aged 5 to 16.
- Ages 5–16
- 5 pupils
- Ofsted: Good
School details
- Type
- Alternative provision academy
- Ages
- 5 to 16
- Boys and girls
- Boys and girls
- Pupils
- 5 (places for 48)
- Headteacher
- Mr Mark Kirby (Executive Headteacher)
- Part of
- Olive Academies
- Opened
- 1 October 2015
- Free school meals
- 80% of pupils eligible
- Council
- Cambridgeshire
- School reference (URN)
- 142378
How to get a place
3 steps
- Talk to your child’s school or the council
Places in alternative provision are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Cambridgeshire council, rather than applied for directly.
- If your child has an EHC plan
The placement should be agreed through the plan, with you involved in the decision.
- Get free, independent advice
Your local SENDIASS can explain your options and come to meetings with you.
Questions to ask when you visit
8 questions to tick off as you go
Ticks stay on this device, so you can use them on the day.
Ofsted
Rated Good, July 2022
Rated Good at its last graded inspection, in July 2022.
- Quality of educationGood
- Behaviour and attitudesGood
- Personal developmentGood
- Leadership and managementGood
- SafeguardingEffective
Contact and getting there
Ascham Road, Cambridge, CB4 2BD
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Directions: Walk Public transport Drive
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Questions about OA - Cambridge
How do I get a place at OA - Cambridge?
Places at OA - Cambridge are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Cambridgeshire council rather than applied for directly. If your child has an EHC plan, the placement should be agreed through it.
What ages does OA - Cambridge take?
Aged 5 to 16, boys and girls.
What is OA - Cambridge’s Ofsted rating?
Rated Good by Ofsted in July 2022 at its last graded inspection. Newer inspections no longer give a single overall grade, so read the latest report for the full picture.
Where is OA - Cambridge?
Ascham Road, Cambridge, CB4 2BD, in Cambridgeshire.
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