Welcome 

We are a vibrant academy, serving students aged 11-19, set on the edge of beautiful Dartmoor. We are rooted in the community we serve and are omitted to the development of our students’ character, as well as their academic achievements.

We are delighted to be part of the Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust. This is allowing us to build strong links with our feeder primary schools, as well as allowing us to work more closely with our partner secondary schools, Holsworthy College and Tavistock College.  

Our purpose and mission is to serve our students, their families and the wider Okehampton Community to the best of our ability to ensure every young person leaves the college set with the skills and knowledge they will need for life. The ethos at Okehampton College is one of Support.. The dedicated staff are working together to identify and provide the assistance your child needs to maximise their achievements. We have high expectations for pupils and teachers alike to work together to ensure strong progress, from when pupils join us in Year 7, to when they leave us in Year 13. We want to work with parents, carers and families to give our pupils the best chance of success during what are very important years of their lives.

We believe achievement is not just about qualifications. Personal Development is key to what we do. We are developing opportunities for students to play an active part in the school community in the form of student voice groups and working more closely with the community. Our Local Stakeholder Body of Governors are knowledgeable, committed and a driven group who meet regularly to discuss and evaluate our needs and progress.  

Fundamentally, we want our pupils to become independent, resourceful and responsible citizens of the future, with broad experiences that enhance their time at Okehampton College, to give them the widest opportunity for future careers and life-long learning as well as giving them experiences or activities that might mold their futures. 

We would welcome your interest in joining us as a member of staff. As part of the Dartmoor Multi-Academy Trust, not only will you have a supportive and collaborative work environment with plenty of opportunities for professional development and growth, but you will also have access to an array of benefits as follows:

• Occupational health and corporate wellbeing packages.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Tech scheme.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement which enhances with service.