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Our College

At Orpheus we focus on ability, not disability. We use our students’ passion for performing and visual arts to develop their confidence, communication and social interaction skills. We prepare students for adulthood: to live independently, to find employment, to have an active social life, to contribute to their local community and to lead a healthy lifestyle. When students leave Orpheus they are supported to make a safe and successful transition. Of our graduates over the past three years, 83% are now living independently or in supported housing. Ofsted has awarded Orpheus an overall rating of Good (Grade Two) with our provision rated Good across the board. 

Term dates and calendar

Term dates and calendar

Download our planner and term dates. Read more

Published: 17th July, 2017

Updated: 1st December, 2021

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Results

Results

Find out about the qualifications our students achieve yearly. Read more

Published: 20th July, 2017

Updated: 31st March, 2021

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Staff

Staff

Our Learning Team are an enthusiastic, dedicated and qualified group of people. Read more

Published: 21st July, 2017

Updated: 23rd September, 2020

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Curriculum

Curriculum

Our study programmes provide training in the vital skills needed by students to function independently and to interact and contribute to the local community. Read more

Published: 26th July, 2017

Updated: 15th November, 2018

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Safeguarding

Safeguarding

The Orpheus Centre and all of its operations recognise their responsibility to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all involved in Orpheus activities. The protection of adults at risk is a priority and safeguarding is seen to be the duty of all staff and trustees. Read more

Published: 19th September, 2017

Updated: 1st February, 2022

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Contact Us

Contact Us

Contact information for key personnel Read more

Published: 16th August, 2018

Updated: 9th June, 2022

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Careers Leader

Careers Leader

Information, Advice and Guidance is delivered by our level 7 qualified Career Adviser. Read more

Published: 1st January, 2019

Updated: 8th March, 2022

Author: Summer Burgess

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  • Summer Ball 2022

    Summer Ball 2022

    The student Summer Ball is back!

  • Lorien runs at Parallel

    Lorien runs at Parallel

    Current Orpheus student, Lorien is raising money for Orpheus taking part in Parallel, an inclusive fun run for all ages at Windsor Park on June 26. Show your support by donating to the very lovely and very talented Lorien.

  • Orpheus Musical Notes

    Orpheus Musical Notes

    Buy a unique individually engraved musical note and support The Orpheus Centre. Together these musical notes will act as a celebration of everything and everyone that makes Orpheus a truly special place.

  • Martin Climbs Ben Nevis

    Martin Climbs Ben Nevis

    Martin marks his 50th year with a new challenge, to climb the tallest peak in the UK - Ben Nevis.

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    Join us

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

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    Opportunities

    We are an equal opportunities employer. Have a look at our current employment opportunities

  • Term dates and calendar

    Term dates and calendar

    Download our planner and term dates.

  • History

    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.

  • For parents and carers

    If your young person is aged between 18 and 25 and has a physical and/or learning disability we would love to hear from them.

  • Who we support

    Who we support

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

  • The Orpheus Centre Appeal

    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.

  • Volunteering Roles Available

    Volunteering Roles Available

    There are a huge range of ways you can get involved in volunteering at Orpheus.

  • Richard Stilgoe

    Richard Stilgoe

    Sir Richard Stilgoe founded the Orpheus Centre in 1997 and remains a trustee.

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The Orpheus Centre is a company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales under number 05089501 and registered as a Charity number 1105213

Registered office: The Orpheus Centre, North Park Lane, Godstone, Surrey RH9 8ND