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Principal - Naomi Palmer Join us for the Voyage! Our Sponsors

I must acknowledge the OAT sponsors academies fantastic work that has been to help to provide good, done at Ormiston Victory local schools that give - it is a credit to every student the chance the Ormiston family. to succeed.

My family and I set up the We want them to aspire, to in 1969 in memory work together and to be a key of my sister, Fiona Ormiston part of their local community. Murray, who was killed in a car Our 3,500 staff serve 25,000 crash along with her husband on children in 29 academies their honeymoon. Fiona adored around the country. OAT’s children and all of my life I have work revolves around young also cared passionately about people- they are our focus, and we always ask providing the very best learning opportunities ourselves whether the decisions we make will for young people, no matter what their have a positive impact on their lives. background, interests or circumstances. All of Ormiston’s work revolves around young people- The overall grade average of Ormiston they are our focus, and we always endeavour academies increases every year. Since 2011 to ensure that our decisions will have a positive there has been an 8% increase in 5+ A*-C impact on their lives. grades with English and maths, compared Our Sponsors ...... 3 Victory Training ...... 12 to a national increase of 2%. Everyone at Ormiston Academies Trust shares Our Ethos ...... 4 Victory Celebration ...... 14 these beliefs and together we will ensure that Ormiston Victory Academy is a key example our academies are safe places, that they Victory Sport ...... 6 Victory Dress for Success ...... 16 of what Ormiston is trying to achieve, and engage with the local community, include the opportunities it offers are outstanding. Lord Nelson Sixth Form ...... 8 Victory Family Support ...... 17 parents, businesses and other schools and, Its successful partnerships, excellent leadership most importantly, give our children the very and proven track record of school improvement Victory Curriculum ...... 10 Victory Dining ...... 18 best environments in which to learn and enjoy. are something of value that it shares with local schools and other Ormiston academies to Ormiston Victory Academy is a great example keep improving education for all. of what Ormiston is trying to achieve, and the opportunities they offer are outstanding. The Academic achievement gives students a academy’s transformation shows how hard work good foundation from which to launch their and dedication can give young people the lives, but Victory adds to this through schemes opportunity to flourish, whatever their circumstances. which engage employers, keep students safe I am extremely proud of the outstanding and happy, and which give them a say in how achievements of your children and what they their academy is run, providing them with the have done to ensure that Ormiston Victory experiences and resources they need to build “Achievement is outstanding because every student matters.” sustains its place as an outstanding academy. a successful future. Peter Murray - Chairman Ofsted 2013 Toby Salt - Chief Executive Officer

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Welcome to our outstanding OAT academy. We are “We are fortunate that our tremendously proud of our students’ achievements at students learn in a bespoke, Victory – from the impressive GCSE and A Level results to brand new building.” the bespoke learning pathways available to every child.

Above all, we are committed to ensuring every We have an incredible campus at our disposal Victory student is ready to learn independently with plenty of green space, great sporting and enthusiastically for life. facilities, arguably the best science facilities in the county, a lecture theatre with 3D Our academy’s values are represented by the technology and a professional beauty studio. names of our four colleges: Courage, Discovery, We are fortunate that our students learn in Endeavour and Enterprise. These are four key a bespoke, brand new building. traits we want our students to embrace as learners and as adults. We would be delighted to offer you a tour of our facilities - contact us on: 01603 734 162 or We are fortunate to be sponsored by Ormiston email: [email protected] Academies Trust whose ethos is rooted in supporting families and children to manage every barrier to success – we are proud to have Join us for the Voyage! an Ormiston Families worker on site who also serves our local cluster of primary schools. Naomi Palmer It matters to us that our community members Principal take a lead role in our academy – learning together shapes lives for the better. We value the relationships with local primary schools because we understand the importance of serving the whole family, not just an individual child. We run a range of evening classes for parents and children Courage Discovery because we believe learning should be enjoyable and built on purposeful, meaningful relationships.

Endeavour Enterprise

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Our great location means Our students benefit we are able to easily use from a large campus a range of providers to with high quality extend our offer beyond sports pitches, the classroom. tennis courts, a brand

We believe our students’ fitness matters and we new sports hall, dance want them to experience a range of activities studio and gymnasium. to find the one which interests them most.

We run half-termly sessions in sailing, wheelchair basketball, archery, swimming, water-skiing, snow-skiing, fishing and fencing, as well as more traditional clubs in netball, football, cricket, tennis and badminton.

The annual ski trip also offers children an extended, enriching experience to aspire to.

6 7 www.ormistonvictoryacademy.co.uk | @VictoryAcad www.ormistonvictoryacademy.co.uk | @VictoryAcad Lord Nelson Sixth Form We are very proud of Fabulous sporting and drama opportunities exist alongside an extensive enrichment our Sixth Form and the programme that includes a whole host of activities as diverse as cooking, driving theory students’ outstanding lessons, work experience or National Citizenship achievements. With our Awards. In addition, formal qualifications and experiences can be achieved via the Duke of state-of-the-art facilities Edinburgh Awards scheme, Young Enterprise and excellent results we and First Aid Training. are confident that we Our Offer: can offer young people • Tablet computer for every Sixth Form student a successful route to to support independent study and research university or employment. • Highly qualified, specialist teachers committed to achieving the best possible results Students who join at Year 12, not only benefit from being part of a very successful academy, • Full advice and guidance on careers but also the additional opportunities available (including our ‘working lunches’ with guest for leadership and service. We are committed speakers who excel in their respective fields) to supporting the success of every student • Advice and guidance on higher education whether they originate from Victory or from in Year 12 followed by expert assistance with another school in the region - or beyond. presenting your UCAS application in Year 13 Close monitoring and individual support give • Opportunity for private study and research our young people every chance of achieving using the well-resourced Library and their ambitions. Whilst in the Sixth Form, we offer Sixth Form Study Centre opportunities to hone skills and attributes to • Developing capacity for leadership through ensure the development of well rounded, serving in the Student Leadership Team, responsible, community members that are mentoring younger students or assisting so attractive to universities and employers. in the classrooms • Enrichment activities (traditionally musical, dramatic, and sporting) or by becoming involved in activities within the local community such as charity projects and primary schools

Contact [email protected] Lord Nelson for further details or to arrange a visit. Sixth Form College

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It is essential that every child benefits from excellent A three year Key Stage 4 programme is in place for our students because we believe it teaching – and this must be facilitated by excellent offers them the opportunity to specialise and retain breadth of study – they are supported training and a personalised, high quality curriculum. in choosing three GCSE options subjects alongside their core provision of English, English At Key Stage 3, we enable students to Literature, mathematics, SMSC (social, moral, study a range of subjects before they select spiritual, cultural including Religious Education) options subjects for Key Stage 4 at Easter in and Physical Education). Year 8. A programme of ‘upskilling’ across A selection of options subjects are offered all subjects ensures that children make as alongside the English Baccalaureate much progress as possible. We offer project (computing, history or geography and a based homework within some subject areas language - at Victory, we offer German, Latin, to foster independence in study and build French and Spanish) including GCSEs in art, effective literacy and numeracy skills across product design, media studies, sociology, the curriculum. textiles, PE, dance, performing arts, catering, We work closely with the primary schools in our business, health and social care and beauty). area to ensure the transition to our academy We are committed to consulting students is strong. In 2014, we began to offer an ‘early in terms of the latest offer and provided transition’ programme to enable all Year 6 to there is demand for a valuable benefit from a prolonged introduction from qualification, or a fourth option, early July. we aim to offer it.

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Ormiston Victory Academy is the Norwich hub of the Teaching School Alliance which means we are responsible for delivering training packages for teachers and support staff both locally and nationally. This supports the development of our staff and is testament to the quality of lessons delivered at our academy.

The National Teaching School programme is a For more information please visit: Government initiative, marking a shift towards www.igniteTSA.co.uk school centred training and development. To be designated a Teaching School it is essential for the applicant school to be judged outstanding by Ofsted, have consistently outstanding results and demonstrate a history of collaborating with other schools to secure pupil improvements.

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It is important that our students are recognised for their excellent achievements and conduct. Praise may take the form of verbal feedback, written comments on individual pieces of work, Victory Visa Points, Victory postcards home, telephone calls home, public praise in assembly or Principal Commendations.

Students are rewarded for a range of reasons, Once students have started collecting Victory including sustained or exceptional effort Visa Points, they can then exchange them in lessons; helpful, caring and considerate for something special. Students need to feel behaviour in and around the academy; they have a choice in what they receive, so involvement in extra-curricular activities and a range is available which includes use of our fund-raising; excellent levels of attainment; Victory Innovation Room, meal packages from high levels or improved attendance and/or Edwards & Blake or complimentary beauty punctuality and excellent presentation treatments from our on-site salon. and appearance. Every half-term a Rewards Assembly is also held where the student in each college with the most Visa Points will receive a ‘cheque’ called the Victory Voucher – s/he will choose how to spend it. This will be re-invested in the Victory community and support every child’s sense of belonging and responsibility.

We use our Twitter account to praise our students too. Follow us @VictoryAcad

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We understand that every parent wants a guarantee that their child can access personal support when dealing with any barriers to learning and progress.

‘Together is Better’

Our students are proud to be part of Ormiston Victory We believe that academic success comes as Student leadership and responsibility is critical Academy and we expect them to dress in a way which a result of excellent pastoral support, as well to individual success. We want our students to as outstanding teaching. take responsibility for their actions and feel part reflects self-respect and high aspirations. of their learning community. Ormiston Victory Academy students are divided into four colleges with students aged Our Student Ambassador programme means 11 to 16. The Lord Nelson Sixth Form students students can specialise in their desired area of Our uniform is smart and we insist our uniform We do not allow jewellery, with the exception are separate to acknowledge their move to leadership and enjoy a genuine responsibility policy is adhered to at all times. of a watch and one pair of small, plain metallic the next stage of their education. Each college which prepares them for adulthood. ear studs worn in the centre of the ear lobe. is led by an Assistant Principal and is supported Our students are required to wear blazers at all by a College Adviser who is on hand to provide times. They may only be removed in class if the Our Sixth Form students are also required support throughout the day. Ormiston Families, class teacher gives permission to do so. Girls to wear business dress, rather than casual part of the Ormiston Trust provide us with an have the choice of trousers or a skirt. clothing. Ormiston Families worker to help families who need specific support. The Victory Intervention All students at the academy are required to Programme (VIP) provides a team of specialist wear sensible black school shoes. mentors to help to ensure every student can achieve the best possible outcomes.

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The ingredients required to make an outstanding academy are many and varied. Excellent teaching, effective pastoral care and strength in enrichment opportunities matter, but children cannot focus without being well-hydrated and well-nourished.

At Ormiston Victory, our students are served We also want our students to drink plenty, by Edwards & Blake who provide breakfast, so refillable bottles are available for our morning break and lunch. They use good water dispensers around the academy site. quality, fresh locally sourced produce We provide squash during the lunch sessions (wherever possible within a 50 mile radius of and porridge with a topping during breakfast site) to create tempting menus conforming (free of charge). to the ‘Schools Food Trust Guidelines’ and have been nutritionally analysed.

They also provide regular promotions, activities and competitions. If you require further information about Edwards & Blake, please contact them directly on: [email protected]

At Ormiston Victory Academy we pride ourselves in being a “Green” academy. We care passionately for our environment on both a local and national basis and have a superb Eco-council, which works hard on environmental issues. Ormiston Victory Academy proudly boasts two of the prestigious Eco-schools Green Flags and it has been commented that it is unusual to find a Secondary school that does so much to actively promote the green agenda and where environmental issues are so thoroughly embedded throughout all aspects of academy life.

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