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Welcome to Lime Academy Orton

A very warm welcome to Lime Academy Orton! 

We are a vibrant and inclusive special school located in Peterborough, dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for children and young people with a wide range of education needs and disabilities. At Lime Academy Orton, every child is at the heart of everything we do, and we are passionate about empowering our pupils to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. 

Our skilled and caring team works closely with families and external professionals to ensure each pupil receives a tailored educational experience. By fostering strong relationships and creating individualised provision within our learning pathways, we aim to help every child access a personalised and purposeful curriculum that develop the skills, confidence, and independence they need for their future. 

Our school is a place of positivity and possibility, where achievements are celebrated, and every small step is a big success. We are committed to enriching the lives of our learners through opportunities that reflect the culture and community of our families, while nurturing their wellbeing and self-esteem. Our aim is that all our learners develop a ‘voice’, a choice and a love of learning. 

Thank you for visiting our website. Whether you are a parent, carer, professional, or just curious to learn more about our school, we hope you find the information you need. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us if you have any questions or would like to arrange a visit. 

Each learner’s journey through school is as unique and different as they are, every day counts and every day makes a difference, 

Thank you, 
Anthony Skipworth 
Headteacher

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Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Academy special sponsor led

Suitable Ages

2 to 19

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

153 Total

No. of Boys

92 (60.1%)

No. of Girls

61 (39.9%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

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Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

N/A

A*/A grades

N/A



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Enrichment Activities

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At Lime Academy Orton we offer enrichment activities across the school year. We want our learners to have a range of experiences that celebrates the wonderful diversity of our school community. These experience are carefully planned to allow all learners the opportunity to generalise their skills in different settings during national and religious events. We will share any important information about each event with families and staff as it approaches. Our enrichment events are celebrated and captured on Evidence for Learning, in our newsletter and in our enrichment calendar.

Hydrotherapy

Work Related Learning

Community visits

About School

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityPeterborough
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeMixed