Orchard House School
URN: 101961 • London W4 1LB
Overview
- Name
- Orchard House School
- URN
- 101961
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 38.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kit Thompson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- 16 Newton Grove, London W4 1LB
Summary
Orchard House School is an independent co-educational prep school located in Chiswick, London, catering to pupils aged 3 to 11. With a current enrolment of 305 students and a capacity of 335, the school prides itself on providing a nurturing environment where children feel safe, happy, and valued. The school’s ethos centres around the belief that tailored teaching fosters creativity and independent thinking, allowing each child to thrive academically and personally.
The curriculum at Orchard House is designed to inspire and motivate students, ensuring that they reach their full academic potential while also developing important life skills. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, with small class sizes and dedicated teachers who support individual learning needs. Additionally, Orchard House prepares students for senior school entrance examinations, including the 11+, equipping them with the skills necessary for success in leading secondary institutions.
Community is at the heart of Orchard House, where collaboration among pupils, parents, and staff creates a warm and supportive atmosphere. The school encourages a love of learning and personal responsibility, fostering values such as excellence, honesty, and kindness, which are essential for lifelong success.
The curriculum at Orchard House is designed to inspire and motivate students, ensuring that they reach their full academic potential while also developing important life skills. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, with small class sizes and dedicated teachers who support individual learning needs. Additionally, Orchard House prepares students for senior school entrance examinations, including the 11+, equipping them with the skills necessary for success in leading secondary institutions.
Community is at the heart of Orchard House, where collaboration among pupils, parents, and staff creates a warm and supportive atmosphere. The school encourages a love of learning and personal responsibility, fostering values such as excellence, honesty, and kindness, which are essential for lifelong success.
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Nearby alternatives
- Azhar Academy Girls School (75.2)
- Spa School (73.2)
- Harris Aspire Academy (72.7)
- Hawkswood Primary PRU (72.7)
- The Pears Family School (72.7)
Key details
- LA
- Ealing
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 335
- Pupils
- 305
- Boys
- 145
- Girls
- 160
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1993-10-07
- Close date
- 2024-08-30
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 305 | 145 | 160 | 335 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 305 | 145 | 160 | 335 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 262 | 119 | 143 | 300 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 262 | 119 | 143 | 300 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 270 | 126 | 144 | 300 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 281 | 136 | 145 | 300 | 0.00 |
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