Dysart School is one of the academies that make up Orchard Hill College Academy Trust, a 'family' of specialist schools in London, Surrey, Sussex and Berkshire. Feedback like this given to Dysart School shows the impact the Trust has on the learners and their families💚

🎨Creative talent shining bright at St Philip’s School ✨ Congratulations to the learners at St Philip’s School in Chessington on achieving a 100% pass rate in GCSE Art this year. These results combined with GCSEs in English, Maths and Science have given the school plenty to celebrate. #GCSEResults

Dysart School is an outstanding special school for learners who have a wide range of severe and complex learning difficulties. Parents, carers and learners are incredibly grateful to the team at Dysart School as shown by some of the lovely messages received at the end of term💚 #DysartSchool

Addington Valley Academy is a specialist school for pupils aged 4 to 19 with autism and severe learning difficulties. We're pleased to share these heartfelt messages from families, recognising the care, commitment and positive difference the school has made to their children's lives. #OHCAT #Thanks

St Philip's School is a special education needs school for young people aged 9-19 in Chessington. The school encourages students to become as independent as possible in all areas of their lives, both in and out of the classroom. Here is some feedback the school received at the end of this year:

St Dominic’s School is a specialist school for autistic children and young people aged 7–19. The team provides an environment in which the pupils can feel understood, succeed and prepare for fulfilling adult lives. Enjoy some recent feedback from families 💛 #OHCAT #StDominicsSchool #ThankYou

Unified Academy is a special school for boys aged 9 to 16 who have Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The team are driven to secure the best possible outcomes for their students and this is recognised by parents and carers as this feedback demonstrates💜 #OHCAT #UnifiedAcademy #Thanks

Bedelsford Chaucer Centre is a specialist satellite provision of Bedelsford School that opened last September. The team were delighted to receive this feedback from a parent who is pleased with the progress their child has made this year thanks to the incredible team. #BedelsfordChaucerCentre #SEND

St Philip's School in Chessington prides itself on its ability to support learners to become as independent as possible in all areas of their lives. The school was delighted to receive this feedback from one of the parents at the end of this academic year and at the end of their time at the school.

As learners and colleagues take a well-earned rest over the summer break, we are pleased to share some of the amazing feedback they received at the end of this year. To start here's a shout out to the Neptune Class team at Dysart School from a group of families. Thank you🫶 #DysartSchool

💙 Ready to make a difference? Join Team Orchard Hill College and turn every kilometre into opportunities for young people with SEND. 📅 Run-Fest Kew Gardens – 12th September 🏅 10K Distance 🎯 Fundraising Target: £300 Please email us @fundraising@ohcat.org for more details #KewGardens10K #TeamOHC

Olympic Boxer inspires learners at Dysart School 🥊 The school were excited to welcome Hannah Beharry, a former British and European Champion boxer, into school to inspire our learners to try a new sport and encourage them to keep active over the summer break. #DysartSchool #Olympian #Get Active

💫The Class of 2026 celebrated their time at Bedelsford School in style at their Black and Gold themed Prom. Their Bedelsford highlights were shared in presentations set to music they had chosen One gave a speech bidding farewell saying, “I’ve really enjoyed my time at Bedelsford.” 🎓️ #Classof2026

Dysart School's Outreach Lead was delighted to build links with Signature at Surbiton who are building a new care home opposite the school’s main site. They discussed ideas for possible collaborations including running a café at the care home, singing carols for the residents and work experience.

🎉 Congratulations to all those graduating from their WorkStart Supported Internship programmes🎓️ Mel Shepherd, Director of Work Based Learning, said: “You have gained skills, increased confidence and made friends along the way. We know you will take these experiences on as you enter the workplace.”

Learning about the World Cup nations🌍️ St Philip's School in Chessington held a Cultural Celebration Day with each class choosing a World Cup country. The learners organised activities and food for everyone to learn more about the different nations taking part in the football tournament. #WorldCup26

The Skills Hub proudly celebrated its Year 11 Leavers’ Ceremony, marking the end of an important chapter for its students. Head of School, Karon McCarthy, delivered a heartfelt speech, sharing with the students, “We are so glad we had the opportunity to teach you.” #TheSkillsHub

During History lessons the Primary department at St Philip's have been learning about 'Explorers'. To learn more about Ernest Shackleton and his journey in Antarctica, learners took part in a Build to Learn workshop and built these models. With thanks to the Rotary Club for funding the workshop.

Thanks to everyone who supported Tom’s Farm Open Day last Saturday 🐑 🐰 🐐 🐔 🐴 We were delighted to welcome so many neighbours and local families for a behind-the-scenes glimpse of our school farm, which provides a unique therapeutic resource for learners and the wider community. #SchoolFarm #TomsFarm

Nightingale Community Academy’s (NCA) new satellite site at Priory Lane, Roehampton has opened its doors this term, and the first cohort of learners and staff are settling into the newly refurbished classrooms. Read more www.ohcat.org/first-learne... #NightingaleCommunityAcademy #SENDEducation

Open Day at Tom’s Farm, Saturday 27th June, 11.30am-3.30pm 📍Entrance on Burntwood Lane, SW17 0AP The event promises fun for the whole family with plenty of activities including: • Sheep shearing demo • Small animal petting zone • Straw obstacle course • Refreshments • Raffle to win a farm experience

⚽️Can the Three Lions replicate the success of the St Philip's School football teams? 🏆️ With England kicking off their World Cup campaign this week, it's a great time to congratulate the girls team and boys KS4 team who won the Fulham FC Inclusive League. #StPhilipsSchool #Football #WorldCup2026

🚐 Dysart School's brand-new minibus went on its first adventure taking learners who will be leaving the school on a residential trip. Alan Bird of Century Financial Planning, who had funded the minibus alongside Variety Golf and Friends of Dysart School, helped wave off the intrepid explorers.

Nightingale Community Academy celebrates its recent Ofsted report ✨ The team of inspectors visited the school in April and reported back that excellent, consistent work is making a real difference to learners in most areas and the school is doing everything it should in the remaining standards.

🌈 We’re celebrating Pride Month! We’re proud to champion inclusive environments and stand against discrimination in all its forms, not just this month, but every month. Together, we create a community where everyone belongs. 🏳️‍🌈 #PRIDE2026 #Inclusivity #Diversity #Equality #Respect

A fantastic day volunteering at Carew Academy with colleagues from Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust 🌿 We spent the day outdoors making a difference to the school environment – planting trees, weeding, and getting our hands dirty planting tomatoes and runner beans. #VolunteersWeek #Community

💫 Trash to Treasure Fashion show raises money for great cause💫 Students at Bedelsford School took to the catwalk to showcase clothes they had designed using recycled material. They also organised fundraising activities including a raffle that raised over £700 for the Katie Piper Foundation.

Kicking Off Volunteers Week💚 Dysart School were excited to host a team of volunteers from Air Charter Service who swapped the office to go into school and help upgrade the outside spaces ready for learners to enjoy this summer term. #DysartSchool #VolunteersWeek #AirCharterService

💥 Nightingale Community Academy were delighted to welcome Joe Wicks the Body Coach, into school during Mental Health Awareness Week. He put students and staff through one of his famous workouts and everyone agreed they felt better for all the jumping around. #MHAW2026

New Sunshine Minibus for Dysart students 🌞 🚐 Dysart School were absolutely thrilled to pick up a brand-new minibus thanks to the generosity of @Variety Golf and Friends of Dysart School. Post-16 students told the golfers how much they were looking forward to going in the new minibus.