Welcome to Year 7
Welcome to Oasis Academy Arena
We are delighted to welcome our new Year 7 students and their families to Oasis Academy Arena. Starting secondary school is an exciting milestone, and we are committed to ensuring every child feels safe, supported and confident as they begin this new chapter.
Our caring staff, strong community values and small school environment mean that every student is known and encouraged to be the very best they can be. We look forward to working closely with parents and carers and to watching our new Year 7s grow, flourish and succeed as part of the Oasis family. Smaller class sizes allow our teachers to tailor learning to individual needs, build strong relationships, and ensure pupils feel confident to contribute and take pride in their progress. This close knit, nurturing environment helps children feel safe, valued and ready to thrive both academically and personally.
At Oasis Academy Arena, we live by our motto, "We are Kind, Ambitious, and Professional". Our aim is to prepare students for the next step be that further education or the beginning of an exciting and fulfilling career.
We know starting secondary school can be a daunting for students and their families as they move into a new environment why we make sure we're here for you every step of the way.
Everything you need to know can be found in the welcome letter which was emailed to you on 5th March 2026.
"I know starting secondary school feels scary, I was really nervous too. But honestly, it gets easier so much faster than you think. You’ll make friends, you’ll figure out where everything is, and everyone’s way nicer than you expect. You’re definitely not on your own.”
Year 8 Student
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"It’s just a sense of just overall happiness because everyone wants to be here… You just feel excited to learn"- Year 11 Student
"I had heard good things about the Principal at Oasis Academy Arena and I was interested to find out more about the school. I went to an open evening and listened to the Principal give his speech and answer questions from parents. I was impressed with his honesty and this really reassured me that I was making the right choice. My son is now in Year 7 and is getting on well. I was worried at first and wondered if how he would settle in but he has made friends very quickly. He loves everything about school and knows that he can ask for help from any of his teachers if he needs it. I know the school has the children’s best interests at heart. Teachers work hard to provide a great education. It is a good school and I recommend it parents who are looking at secondary schools for their child."- Parent at Oasis Academy Arena