Orchard Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 2 June 2026

Pupils take great pride in their school community. They feel safe and valued. Pupils make progress from their individual starting points and achieve well across the curriculum. They enjoy learning and develop a love of reading. Pupils enjoy accessing the school library and reading a wide range of books. They build strong relationships with staff and their peers. They know that adults listen to their concerns and help them when needed. Pupils say that bullying is rare. They trust staff to address any incidents quickly and effectively. Pupils behave well in lessons and around the school. Pupils attend regularly and enjoy being active members of the school community. Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, participate fully in school life. Pupils who face barriers to learning or wellbeing receive effective support. They access the curriculum, participate in wider opportunities and achieve alongside their peers. Children in the early years settle quickly into routines. They develop independence, curiosity and confidence. They form positive relationships with adults and other children. Pupils enjoy a wide range of opportunities beyond the classroom. They participate in sports, educational visits, residential experiences and enrichment activities, including visits to professional cricket matches and art galleries. These experiences broaden their horizons and deepen their understanding of the world. Pupils take on leadership roles and share their views. They express themselves confidently and effectively. They know that leaders listen to their opinions and value their contributions. Pupils demonstrate the school's values of 'Ambition, Kindness and Resilience' in their daily interactions. They treat others with respect, celebrate differences and contribute positively to the school community. Pupils leave the school well prepared for future learning and life beyond school.

What the school should improve

• Leaders should ensure that pupils have regular opportunities to apply and develop their writing skills across the curriculum so that more pupils achieve well in writing by the end of Year 6.
• Leaders should strengthen the consistency and impact of teaching in the early years, including the quality of staff-child interactions, so that children are continually well supported to extend their knowledge and skills and, in turn, achieve as highly as possible in all areas of learning.

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