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RETURN TO SCHOOL: Please note that the school will open to learners on Friday 4th September but please attend your target setting appointment on Thursday 3rd September. Click here to see our TERM DATES for 2026-27

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About Us

The PRIDE Academy (formerly Young People’s Academy) is a secondary special school for students with social, emotional and mental health needs.

Key Information

This section provides key information including how the school spends the funding it receives, its policies and procedures, how its student perform in exams and assessment, inspection information and the schools self-evaluation.

Curriculum

The Curriculum at The PRIDE Academy is broad, balanced and diverse. Further details for each age group can be obtained within this section of the website or by following up with the school.

Therapies

At The PRIDE Academy our students have access to a range of support and therapies to support their educational experience with us.

Admissions

There are 110 places at the The PRIDE Academy for pupils and students aged 11-19 with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

Parents

At The PRIDE Academy we believe that a close working relationship with parents and carers is one of the keys to making progress

Students

We want to make your experience at The PRIDE Academy about much more than simply your curriculum

News

Celebrating Year 11 GCSE Fine Art and Photography

The PRIDE Academy’s Year 11 GCSE Fine Art and Photography learners are celebrating the co...

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Corporate Volunteers Help Transform Outdoor Space at The PRIDE Academy

Staff from two of Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust’s valued corporate part...

Jack Petchey 2026 OHC Winners

Students Celebrated at Jack Petchey Achievement Awards Evening

Students from The Pride Academy recently attended a special celebration evening after being nam...

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Students Explore Careers at Hilton Heathrow Terminal 4

Students recently enjoyed a hands-on careers experience at the Hilton London Heathrow Airport T...

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Pride Academy Students Take to the Court with Paddle Tennis

As part of the Personal Development Programme, students at The Pride Academy are enjoying a new...

Personal Development Programme Takes Off with Aviation Exploration

As part of our enriching Personal Development Programme, students recently embarked on an excit...

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