Academic progress. Individual success.
Orange Tree School 2026 exam results
Ambitious teaching, personalised support and a nurturing environment help every student move towards a brighter future.
Explore our 2026 results
2026 results at a glance
Our students achieved meaningful success across GCSEs, vocational qualifications and post-16 study. These outcomes reflect high expectations, carefully tailored teaching and the determination of our young people.
| 73% English Language Grade 4+ 8 of 11 entries |
70% Mathematics Grade 4+ 7 of 10 entries |
6 students passed every qualification they entered |
Progress that can be seen
Year-on-year improvement in two core subjects provides a clear measure of our academic progress as an independent specialist school.
| Core subject | OTS 2025 | OTS 2026 | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 61% | 73% | +12 percentage points |
| Mathematics | 60% | 70% | +10 percentage points |
Success across a broad curriculum
Achievement at Orange Tree School is not confined to one pathway. In 2026, students achieved a 100% pass rate in Art and Design, Religious Studies, BTEC Level 2 Food Technology, Number and Measure Level 2, EPQ and Step Up to English Level 2.
Ellern Mede Ridgeway 2026 results
Students at Ellern Mede Ridgeway also achieved strong outcomes across A-level and core GCSE qualifications. These results are shown separately to reflect the branch's own cohort and curriculum.
| 100% A-level pass rate 2 of 2 entries |
100% Core GCSE grade 4+ 8 of 8 entries |
3 students passed every qualification they entered |
Ridgeway A-level results
| Subject | Entered | Passed | Grade | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology | 1 | 1 | B | 100% |
| Criminology | 1 | 1 | A | 100% |
Ridgeway core GCSE results
| Subject | Entered | Grade 4+ | Grades achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 2 | 2 | 8, 5 | 100% |
| English Literature | 2 | 2 | 8, 4 | 100% |
| Mathematics Foundation Tier | 2 | 2 | 5, 5 | 100% |
| Biology Foundation Tier | 1 | 1 | 5 | 100% |
| Chemistry Foundation Tier | 1 | 1 | 5 | 100% |
About the Ridgeway results: Percentages are based on Summer 2026 results and should be read alongside the number of entries shown. The A-level and GCSE cohorts are separate from the Orange Tree School figures above.
Every result represents an individual journey.
For some students, success means achieving a high GCSE grade. For others, it means re-engaging with education, building confidence or securing the qualification that unlocks their next step.
Full 2026 results
Core GCSE subjects
| Subject | Entered | Grade 4+ | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 11 | 8 | 73% |
| English Literature | 5 | 3 | 60% |
| Mathematics | 10 | 7 | 70% |
| Science | 9 | 5 | 55% |
Additional and post-16 qualifications
| Qualification | Entered | Passed | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art and Design GCSE | 2 | 2 | 100% |
| Religious Studies GCSE | 3 | 3 | 100% |
| History GCSE | 3 | 2 | 67% |
| BTEC Level 2 Food Technology | 8 | 8 | 100% |
| Number and Measure Level 1 | 7 | 4 | 57% |
| Number and Measure Level 2 | 6 | 6 | 100% |
| Extended Project Qualification | 1 | 1 | 100% |
| Step Up to English Level 2 | 1 | 1 | 100% |
| Spanish A-Level | 1 | 1 | 100% (Grade C) |
Why students make progress here
Orange Tree School combines academic ambition with a therapeutic, student-centred environment. Small-group teaching allows staff to understand each student's strengths, identify barriers quickly and adapt support without lowering expectations.
- Bespoke learning: qualifications and teaching are matched to each student's starting point and future goals.
- Small classes: students receive focused attention from specialist teachers and support staff.
- Education and wellbeing together: therapeutic and pastoral support help students feel safe enough to learn and succeed.
- Preparation for life: academic outcomes sit alongside confidence, independence and progression.
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About these results: Percentages are based on Orange Tree School's Summer 2026 results and should be read alongside the number of entries shown. Small cohorts mean that each student's outcome has a significant effect on percentages. Updated August 2026.