 The Ongar Academy initially opened in temporary premises established on disused tennis courts adjacent to Ongar Leisure Centre, Fyfield Road, Ongar, Essex.The premises included three blocks of one and two storey school buildings, accessed through an open decking, and a secure playground area to the rear.The school had initial access to facilities in nearby Ongar Leisure Centre (sports hall, dance studios and swimming pool) and Ongar Youth Centre.