Welcome

Welcome from the Principal
Mr Simon Gilbert-Barnham, Senior Principal

Welcome to Flegg High Ormiston Academy — a proud, ambitious and rapidly improving school at the heart of our local community.

At Flegg, we are driven by a clear and ambitious vision: to provide a world-class education built on the values of Kindness, Aspiration, and Respect. We believe every child should be challenged to achieve their best, supported with compassion, and inspired to grow into confident, capable young people who thrive in all areas of their life.

As Senior Principal of both Flegg High Ormiston Academy and Ormiston Venture Academy, I am proud to lead a partnership that brings together two schools, one united vision, and a shared commitment to excellence. Together with our dedicated staff, we are building something exceptional: a culture where high standards, strong relationships, and real opportunities allow every student to grow in confidence, curiosity and character.

At the heart of everything we do are our core ethos: Aspire, Create, and Innovate. These values are more than words — they are the foundation of our culture and the ambition we hold for every student. We encourage our young people to aspire to the highest standards — academically, personally and socially. We challenge them to create ideas, solutions and experiences that reflect their individuality and ambition. And we support them to innovate — to think critically, explore new possibilities, and approach their learning with curiosity and confidence. This ethos shapes every lesson, every interaction and every opportunity at Flegg, helping our students grow into the kind of people who will lead, contribute and thrive in an ever-changing world.

Flegg is a school on a journey — one marked by high expectations and a real sense of purpose. Our students are polite, respectful and ambitious. Our staff are passionate about teaching and deeply committed to making a difference. And our wider community — including families, local partners and our colleagues across the Ormiston network — are central to our continued success.

In partnership with Venture — judged Outstanding in every category by Ofsted — we are bringing the very best of both academies together:

  • A high-quality, knowledge-rich curriculum that challenges and inspires.
  • Exceptional teaching and learning, supported by shared expertise and professional development.
  • A strong and positive culture of behaviour, inclusion and support.
  • A wide range of enrichment, leadership and personal development opportunities for every student.

At Flegg, we do not believe in quick fixes. Instead, we are committed to long-term, meaningful change — change built on consistency, ambition and a deep belief in what our young people can achieve.

Whether you are a parent, a student, an alumni or a member of our wider community, I invite you to learn more about what makes Flegg amazing. And if you would like to see our academy in action, please don’t hesitate to get in touch — we are always proud to welcome visitors.

We look forward to welcoming you into our Flegg community.