89%

89% of our graduates last year have gone on to independent living in supported housing.

To learn more about support in moving on from Orpheus, click here.

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Recite Me

We recently commissioned an independent accessibility audit of our website. The findings showed that there were several areas that required improvement. It is our duty to make sure that the Orpheus website is accessible to all so we have enlisted the services of Recite Me.
Where are they now? Rory Dyer

Rory Dyer was a student at Orpheus between 1999 and 2003. He still regularly attends our shows and social events. Most recently appearing in our 'Disgraceful Cats' book launch.
Carol Concert 2020

Save the date for our carol concert
Moira's Abseil

Sponsor me for this exciting challenge!

Join us

If you share our passion for changing the lives of disabled people then take a look at our current vacancies.
About us

Our vision and mission.
For parents

If your son/daughter or young person is aged between 18 and 25 and has a physical and/or learning disability we’d love for them to join us.
History

The Orpheus Centre was founded by Sir Richard Stilgoe in 1997. Twenty years later Orpheus has transformed the lives of hundreds of young people and their families.
The Orpheus Centre Appeal

The Orpheus Centre is a registered charity and we rely on your support to make our life-changing work with young disabled people possible.
Term dates and calendar

Download our planner and term dates.
Who we support

Any student can access domiciliary care and support, and we provide packages to meet the needs of the individual.
Our ethos

At Orpheus we use the arts as a vehicle to promote learning and personal development. We teach a diverse curriculum that covers the arts, independence and employment skills.
Support us

The Orpheus Centre is a registered charity (no 1105213) and your support enables our life-changing work with young disabled people.
Therapies

We have introduced a range of therapies to complement the learning programme.