The Orchard School
Christchurch Road, London, SW2 3NEOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
The Orchard School is a primary school in Lambeth for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 97 schools in Lambeth. It ranks 15th of 56 primary schools in Lambeth. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in May 2019.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 21 May 2019, report published 20 June 2019
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 14 January 2025
Pupils are happy and proud members of this welcoming school. Pupils live up to the expectations and virtues of the 'Orchard code'. This creates a school environment where pupils treat each other with respect and kindness. Pupils are resolute about equality. They make sure that everyone is included and treated fairly. They play happily together at social times. The school has high expectations and is aspirational for pupils. Pupils achieve very highly across the curriculum. They enjoy and value their learning opportunities immensely. In lessons, pupils are focused and diligent. They are curious and keen learners. In the classroom and around the school, pupils' behaviour is exemplary. They are polite and courteous. The well-considered provision for pupils' personal development aims to give pupils the tools and skills that they need for their future. For example, pupils learn about the fundamental British values and how to debate and discuss differing opinions. Pupils' aspirations for what they can achieve are promoted through visits to universities and exploring different career options. Pupils have a wealth of wider opportunities and experiences, such as ballet lessons, cricket and football tournaments. A range of educational visits and clubs also enrich the taught curriculum.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
30 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
207 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near The Orchard School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christ Church, Streatham Church of England Primary School | 0.1 miles | Ofsted: Good | 85% met the expected standard |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School | 0.2 miles | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | 54% met the expected standard |
| Richard Atkins Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 50% met the expected standard |
| Fenstanton Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 63% met the expected standard |
| Streatham Wells Primary | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 93% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary aided school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Muslim
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mr Hoosen Randeree
- Phone
- 02086714400
- Address
- Christchurch Road, London, SW2 3NE
- Local authority
- Lambeth
- URN
- 134507
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.