MixedIndependent

Orion School

Birmingham, Birmingham, West Midlands · B18 7QD

With just 17 pupils on its roll, Orion School is a strikingly small independent school in Birmingham. A setting of this size offers an unusually intimate environment, where every child is well known to staff and individual attention comes naturally. The school is co-educational and has no religious affiliation, and it is led by Head Mrs Murett Mendez. As an independent, fee-paying school, it is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate.

17

Pupils

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils
17
Location
Birmingham, Birmingham, West Midlands
Website
http://www.orionschool.co.uk/

Headteacher

Head Mrs Murett Mendez

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Teaching & academics

Orion School's very small size means teaching can be closely tailored to each pupil, with the kind of personal oversight that larger schools find harder to match. Families seeking a highly individualised approach may find this scale particularly appealing.

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
None
Boarding
No

The last word

A genuinely tiny independent school in Birmingham, Orion suits families who value close attention and a personal atmosphere above the breadth of a larger institution.

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Orion School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Orion School located?

Orion School is located at Birmingham, B18 7QD.

What type of school is Orion School?

Orion School is an independent (fee-paying) school in West Midlands.

How many pupils attend Orion School?

Orion School has approximately 17 pupils on roll.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.