Who do I talk to if I have a concern?
I want to talk about my child’s learning
If you have concerns about your child’s learning or wellbeing, please contact their class teacher in the first instance. Your child’s teacher is usually the person who has the greatest insight into their time in school, and is best placed to answer any questions or concerns you may have. Teachers can be contacted after school, please phone the office on 01865 771703 to arrange an appointment.
I want to talk about attendance, punctuality or transport
The Attendance and Educational Engagement Officer, Miss Jade Toovey, can support you if you need to speak about your child’s attendance or punctuality. If you have concerns about your child’s transport to school please speak to the office.
I want to talk about my child’s Special Educational Needs
Please contact the office to arrange an appointment with Mrs Charlotte Roberts (Director of SEND) if you have any concerns or queries relating to your child’s Special Educational Needs.
I want to talk about a safeguarding concern
Orion Academy has a number of trained safeguarding leads who are available to discuss your concerns. Please phone the office and you will be connected to a member of the safeguarding team.
If you are concerned that a child is in immediate danger, please call 999.
If you have an immediate concern about a child please call MASH (Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub) on 0345 050 7666.
School Lunches
Our kitchen staff are committed to providing healthy, balanced meals to students and staff. There are a choice of hot and cold lunches available each day, for a cost of £2.80 per day.
Here is an example of a sample menu;
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
| Dish of the Day | Chilli Con Carne | Turkey Casserole | BBQ Pulled Pork Bap | Roast Chicken | Pepperoni Pizza |
| Vegetarian | Five Bean & Butternut Chilli | Winter Vegetable Pie | Ratatouille Pasta Bake | Caramelised Red Onion & Mature Cheddar Tart | Margherita Pizza |
| Sides | Braised Rice | Parsley Potatoes | Sweet Potato Wedges | Garlic & Herb Roast Potatoes | Double Cooked Fries |
| Tomato Salsa, Soured Cream & Tortilla Chips | Broccoli Florets | Vegan Slaw | Carrots & Peas | Baked Beans | |
| Corn on the Cob | Swede Mash | Garlic Bread | Roast Parsnips | Steamed Sweetcorn | |
| Everyday | Freshly Cooked Baked Sweet or Local Potatoes | Freshly Cooked Baked Sweet or Local Potatoes | Freshly Cooked Baked Sweet or Local Potatoes | Freshly Cooked Baked Sweet or Local Potatoes | Freshly Cooked Baked Sweet or Local Potatoes |
| Dessert | Syrup Sponge | Banoffee Crumble | Belgium Waffle with Fruit Compote & Cream | Baked Vanilla Rice Pudding | Lemon Drizzle Cake |
| Everyday | Selection of Salad, Fresh Cut Fruit, Yoghurt & Jellies | Selection of Salad, Fresh Cut Fruit, Yoghurt & Jellies | Selection of Salad, Fresh Cut Fruit, Yoghurt & Jellies | Selection of Salad, Fresh Cut Fruit, Yoghurt & Jellies | Selection of Salad, Fresh Cut Fruit, Yoghurt & Jellies |
| Everyday | Hydration Station | Hydration Station | Hydration Station | Hydration Station | Hydration Station |
How to Pay
Children who are eligible for Free School Meals do not pay.
Payments can be made through parentmail – please speak to the reception staff if you need support with this.
Useful Links and Support
Mental Health Support
https://www.youngminds.org.uk/parent/
https://mindedforfamilies.org.uk/young-people
https://www.childbereavementuk.org/
https://befreeyc.org.uk/support/mental-health-advice/Community Support and Local Activities
https://www.oxford.gov.uk/youthambition/info/2/activities/6/summer_2021_activitieshttps://coordinate.cloud/haf-oxfordshire-county-council/
Food, Diet and Lifestyle Support
https://goodfoodoxford.org/cooking-resources/https://www.cefoxford.co.uk/get-food/
https://www.nhs.uk/healthier-families/
Financial Support
We know that these are very difficult times and that many of our families require some additional support. The Safeguarding and Wellbeing Team are happy to support you with accessing services, such as food banks and holiday play schemes. Please contact the reception team to arrange an appointment with the safeguarding team.