Gresham's Partnership

Gresham’s was founded in 1555 by Sir John Gresham, who converted Holt’s Manor House into a Free Grammar School as a result of Henry VIII’s suppression of the Monasteries.

At the turn of the twentieth century, Gresham’s was refounded under the direction of new and innovative headmaster George Howson.

Ormiston Venture Academy is delighted to have Gresham’s as an educational partner.

Ormiston Venture Academy works in partnership with Gresham’s in a variety of ways to give our students the experience of such a nationally renowned establishment with such an incredible history of success.

At the turn of the twentieth century, Gresham’s was refounded under the direction of new and innovative headmaster George Howson. Under Howson, the School moved to the existing site on the edge of Holt and adopted a progressive curriculum which embraced the Sciences, encouraging independent thought and creativity amongst its pupils.

Gresham’s expanded considerably over the twentieth century, yet it retains the warm community atmosphere which has become central to its ethos over the years. They continue to embrace new technologies and follow a modern approach to education, with the construction of facilities such as the Auden Theatre, the Cairns Centre, the Butterwick Centre and the Dyson Centre in recent years. They remain committed to offering a high standard of education and promoting personal growth, shaping generations of confident and enquiring young people.

Throughout their time at Venture students might get several opportunities to engage with Gresham’s. This might be in the form of sporting fixtures and workshops held at Gresham’s, or travelling over to use the music, theatre and STEAM facilities that Gresham’s have on site. Gresham’s 6th form students have at times come to Venture to do some outreach work as part of their IB extended project. We are constantly looking at ways to expand our partnership with Gresham’s and give more Venture students the opportunity to visit and experience Gresham’s.

If you would like to find out more, please contact the Academy – we will be pleased to tell you more details about the partnerships we have with Gresham’s and other organisations.