Cherry Orchard Primary School
Timberdine Close, Worcester, WR5 2DDOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Cherry Orchard Primary School is a primary school in Worcester for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 273 schools in Worcestershire. It ranks 22nd of 39 primary schools in Worcester. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in February 2024.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 20 February 2024, report published 26 March 2024
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 20 February 2024
It is an exciting time to be part of the Cherry Orchard community. Parents, staff and pupils agree that there have been significant improvements to the quality of education and feel proud to be part of this school. Leaders have successfully created a culture of high expectation and shared determination to make sure that every pupil fulfils their potential. Pupils behave exceptionally well. They are kind, empathetic and show a readiness to learn. They feel that the positive relationships they have with staff are why they are happy and safe in school. Staff take notice when pupils need support, both academically and emotionally, and do all they can to help them. Improving academic standards has been a key priority. Outcomes are improving with pupils demonstrating a deeper understanding of what they learn. At the same time, the school has successfully maintained a focus on the wider development of pupils. Pupils enjoy activities outside of the classroom. Opportunities to explore the forest school, support charities and take trips to new places during educational visits are just a few of the things that 'bring school to life'.
What the school should improve
- The school should continue to improve outcomes for disadvantaged pupils. Some disadvantaged pupils do not achieve as well as they should in reading, writing and mathematics. As a result, some disadvantaged pupils leave the school without the necessary skills and knowledge to be ready for the next stage of their education.
- The school is developing leaders at all levels but there is more work to do. Due to relative inexperience, not all have the same in-depth knowledge of the areas they are responsible for. The school should continue to support the development of these leaders.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
88 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
565 pupils on roll, with places for 630
Schools near Cherry Orchard Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Hill CofE Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 52% met the expected standard |
| Stanley Road Primary School | 0.9 miles | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | 47% met the expected standard |
| Nunnery Wood Primary School | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | 57% met the expected standard |
| Pitmaston Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Outstanding | 76% met the expected standard |
| Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 76% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- THE RIVERS C OF E MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Lucy Cox
- Phone
- 01905352787
- Address
- Timberdine Close, Worcester, WR5 2DD
- Local authority
- Worcestershire
- URN
- 148183
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.