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Parent & Carer Guide 2026-27

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:53:16 GMT

We are delighted to share our new Parent & Carer Guide 2026-27, a comprehensive resource designed to help families stay informed, connected and supported throughout the academic year. an introduction for your news story here.

The Spires Snapshot 3

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 18:25:19 GMT

Edition 3: 9th October

Welcome to the third edition of The Spires Snapshot, our fortnightly update for parents and carers.

In this edition, you will find information about upcoming key dates, attendance expectations, our smartphone-free school policy, feedback from Meet the Tutor Evening, increased visibility of student support information through MyChildAtSchool and Bromcom, opportunities to get involved with Friends of Oxford Spires Academy (FOSA), updates on our travel plan initiatives, and ways to support the Academy through our Parent/Community Contribution Scheme.

Thank you for your continued support. We hope this update helps keep you informed, connected, and engaged with life at Oxford Spires Academy.

To view this update click here

The Spires Snapshot 2

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 09:06:21 GMT

Edition 2: 25^th September

OSA Open Doors Evening 1

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 22:38:47 GMT

Wednesday 30th September 16:30-18:00pm

Invitation to Meet the Tutor Evening – Thursday 1 October

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:40:10 GMT

We are delighted to invite parents and carers to our annual Meet the Tutor Evening on Thursday 1 October, from 4:00pm to 6:00pm

The Spires Snapshot 1

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:23:43 GMT

Edition 1: 11^th September

Oxford Spires Open Evening

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 22:09:23 GMT

We are delighted to welcome prospective students and their families to our Open Evening on Thursday 17 September 2026, between 5pm and 7:30pm.

Academy Newsletter July 2026

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:00:44 GMT

Click here to read our July Newsletter

What Is Your Parenting Language?

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:34:14 GMT

Parentkind - Parenting Language

Parent & Carers Fortnightly Update

Fri, 8 May 2026 13:53:33 GMT

What an exciting and action-packed time it’s been at Oxford Spires! Here’s a snapshot of the incredible experiences and achievements from across the school.

Parent & Carers Update 16th March 2026

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 08:28:48 GMT

It has been an incredibly productive and lively term at Oxford Spires Academy.

Parent &Carer Update 6th February 2026

Fri, 6 Feb 2026 11:00:04 GMT

Key reminders, important messages and dates for your diaries.

School Phone Number

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:39:50 GMT

To contact school please dial 01865 428200. Please be aware the phone number may appear as 0333 996 5269 if OSA calls you.

OSA Students Take on Outward Bound With Courage, Curiosity and Heart

Sun, 1 Feb 2026 19:44:22 GMT

Miss Scott, Mr Ramage and a group of Year 8 students braved the rugged beauty of the Welsh landscape on an Outward Bound residential. An experience that tested our young people’s resilience, expanded their horizons, and revealed the very best of who they are becoming.

Parent & Carer Update January 2026

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:47:08 GMT

We have some exciting opportunities and important updates to share with you:

Open Doors Evening

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 12:28:39 GMT

A new student Council Initiative

Parent & Carer Update - Dec 18th

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 09:58:05 GMT

As we wrap up the Autumn term, we wanted to take the opportunity to wish students and our communities a lovely winter break.

Parent & Carer News Update Dec 2025

Fri, 5 Dec 2025 15:28:22 GMT

We’ve reached the end of a wonderful Cycle 1, and this week we’ve had the joy of celebrating Super Teaching Week across the academy.

Don't forget your exam certificates.

Wed, 3 Dec 2025 20:16:58 GMT

Calling OSA Leavers - Year 11 & 13 Summer 2025

6th Form Open Evening - Thursday 27th November 2025!

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 18:47:06 GMT

Are you thinking about your next steps after Year 11? Looking for a vibrant, supportive, and ambitious Sixth Form to join in September 2026?

Fire and Light Festival

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 16:04:50 GMT

The steps students at OSA invite you to Fire and Light Festival.

Join Us - Meet the Tutor Evening 2/10/25

Thu, 2 Oct 2025 10:21:59 GMT

Please book your appointment with your child's tutor via MCAS

Parent & Carers Update Sept 2025

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 13:42:33 GMT

It’s been fantastic to see the students return with such enthusiasm and energy — the first few weeks have already been full of learning, laughter, and exciting new experiences.

Open Evening September 11th 2025

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 13:30:25 GMT

We had a fantastic start to the year with Open Evening on 11th September, welcoming prospective new students and their families to our school. The theatre was buzzing with excitement and a wonderfully enthusiastic atmosphere.

Open Evening 5:00pm

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:45:13 GMT

OSA Open Evening 11th September 2025

Presentations from Louise Cowley - Headteacher at 5.10pm & 6:00pm. Meet our students, teachers and colleagues and visit departments where displays and activities will be available for you to enjoy.

Start of 2025-26 Academic Year

Thu, 4 Sep 2025 15:13:00 GMT

Start of term arrangements - September 2025

Start of term information - Year 12

Tue, 2 Sep 2025 18:09:31 GMT

Important Information ahead of September 2025

GCSE CELEBRATIONS FOR STUDENTS AT OXFORD SPIRES ACADEMY

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 14:03:51 GMT

Oxford Spires Academy, part of Anthem Schools Trust, is celebrating after its Year 11 students received truly excellent GCSEs.

STUDENTS AT OSA CELEBRATE A LEVEL/B TECH SUCCESS

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 13:26:27 GMT

Students at Oxford Spires Academy, part of Anthem Schools Trust, are celebrating after receiving their A Level/B Tech results.

A-Level and GCSE Results Days August 2025

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 17:55:56 GMT

Exam Results Information

Careers Fair 2025

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 09:42:41 GMT

Oxford Spires Academy recently hosted its annual Careers Fair, a standout event that brought together students, employers, and inspiring professionals for a day filled with curiosity, ambition, and discovery.

Enrichment Week

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 09:04:47 GMT

A Week to Remember at Oxford Spires Academy.

International Trips 2025-2027

Thu, 3 Jul 2025 09:53:08 GMT

International trips planned in the academic year ahead and beyond.

Insight - Student Newspaper Issue 4

Mon, 9 Jun 2025 18:55:56 GMT

The OSA Newspaper written by students.

We Are National Reading Champions!

Tue, 27 May 2025 13:07:46 GMT

Oxford Spires Academy has WON the National Reading Championship!

Parental Fortnightly News

Fri, 9 May 2025 15:30:23 GMT

Parental news update 9th May 2025

OSA Insight Issue 3

Fri, 9 May 2025 09:27:04 GMT

Welcome to this month’s edition of OSA Insight the newsletter, written by OSA Sixth Form students.

Fundraising for Pavlo

Thu, 8 May 2025 13:32:29 GMT

Fundraising for one of our Year 13 Ukrainian students to do a summer internship at CERN, Geneva

Enrichment Week is Coming - Don't Miss Out

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 11:15:17 GMT

The countdown is on, and we couldn't be more excited!

Community Action Day

Fri, 4 Apr 2025 15:24:27 GMT

Students spent the morning of 4^th April off timetable to enjoy Community Action Day. Students choose 3 different societies to join for their last day before the Easter Holiday. Whether diving into the arts, exploring new sports, or delving into fascinating subjects, Community Action Day is all about discovering teamwork, charity and giving back to our community.

OSA Insight Issue 2

Tue, 1 Apr 2025 15:31:14 GMT

OSA insight Issue 2. The new OSA newspaper written by Sixth Form students

Parental Fortnightly News

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 18:41:19 GMT

We are delighted to share some updates and reminders with our academy community.

Community Action Day

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 10:22:00 GMT

Friday 4th April 2025

OSA Insight - Issue 1

Tue, 4 Mar 2025 10:34:04 GMT

The new OSA newspaper written by Sixth Form Students

Parental Fortnightly News

Fri, 7 Feb 2025 14:26:20 GMT

We are delighted to share some updates and reminders with our academy community.

Students Sprint to Success: School Cross Country Event Unites Runners and Community

Wed, 5 Feb 2025 10:24:03 GMT

We took 13 students to this years Oxfordshire County X-Country event where over 40 schools participated in this event. The level of competition was very high and everyone did very well on what was a very wet and tough course. We had atleast 2 qualify and awaiting on one more hopefully. Students should all be so proud of themselves for competing at a very good level.

Results:

Y7 Boys out of at least 91 students

Theo Kay- 6^th Qualification to the National event

Otis Dawson 41st

Wilf Wingham 63rd

Y7 Girls out of at least 66 students

Petra S - 21st

Y8/9 Boys out of at least 102 students

Halan Kadir 36th

Rufus Blanche 51st

Finn Dawson 75th

Oscar Busby 85th

Y8/9 Girls out of at least 95 students

Eliadora Fernandes 58th

Jess Wood 64th

Y10/11 Boys out of at least 57 students

Josh Steele 6th - Qualification for Nationals

Y10/11 Girls out of at least 34 students

Sylvie Kentish 10^th - Awaiting result from qualification.

Parental News Update

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 13:00:30 GMT

24th January 2025 - We are delighted to share some exciting updates and reminders with our academy community.

Understanding your child's School Report

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 13:46:45 GMT

End of Cycle reports are stored on Bromcom and available through the MCAS (My Child At School) website/app and on the student app. At the end of each cycle, students take an assessment which is reported in Week Two of the next Cycle.

Keeping Safe Online

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 14:15:27 GMT

As a school, we educate students about staying safe online.

Year 12 Students visit to the University of Warwick

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 22:05:18 GMT

We were thrilled to have the opportunity for our Year 12 students to visit one of the UK's leading universities, the University of Warwick.

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Parent & Carer Guide 2026-27

The Spires Snapshot 3

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Edition 3: 9th October

The Spires Snapshot 2

Edition 2: 25th September

OSA Open Doors Evening 1

Wednesday 30th September 16:30-18:00pm

Invitation to Meet the Tutor Evening – Thursday 1 October

The Spires Snapshot 1

Edition 1: 11th September

Oxford Spires Open Evening

We are delighted to welcome prospective students and their families to our Open Evening on Thursday 17 September 2026, between 5pm and 7:30pm.

Academy Newsletter July 2026

What Is Your Parenting Language?

Parent & Carers Fortnightly Update

Parent & Carers Update 16th March 2026

Parent &Carer Update 6th February 2026

School Phone Number

OSA Students Take on Outward Bound With Courage, Curiosity and Heart

Parent & Carer Update January 2026

Open Doors Evening

Parent & Carer Update - Dec 18th

Parent & Carer News Update Dec 2025

Don't forget your exam certificates.

6th Form Open Evening - Thursday 27th November 2025!

Fire and Light Festival

Join Us - Meet the Tutor Evening 2/10/25

Parent & Carers Update Sept 2025

Open Evening September 11th 2025

Open Evening 5:00pm

OSA Open Evening 11th September 2025

Start of 2025-26 Academic Year

Start of term arrangements - September 2025

Start of term information - Year 12

Important Information ahead of September 2025

GCSE CELEBRATIONS FOR STUDENTS AT OXFORD SPIRES ACADEMY

STUDENTS AT OSA CELEBRATE A LEVEL/B TECH SUCCESS

A-Level and GCSE Results Days August 2025

Careers Fair 2025

Enrichment Week

International Trips 2025-2027

Insight - Student Newspaper Issue 4

We Are National Reading Champions!

Parental Fortnightly News

OSA Insight Issue 3

Fundraising for Pavlo

Enrichment Week is Coming - Don't Miss Out

Community Action Day

OSA Insight Issue 2

Parental Fortnightly News

Community Action Day

OSA Insight - Issue 1

Parental Fortnightly News

Students Sprint to Success: School Cross Country Event Unites Runners and Community

Parental News Update

Understanding your child's School Report

Keeping Safe Online

Year 12 Students visit to the University of Warwick

Edition 2: 25^th September

Edition 1: 11^th September