Orchardside School

URN: 101972 • Enfield EN1 4RL

Overview

Name
Orchardside School
URN
101972
Type
Pupil referral unit
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Celeste Fay (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02083534270
Website
Visit
Address
230 Bullsmoor Lane, Enfield EN1 4RL

Summary

Orchardside School is a pupil referral unit located in Enfield, catering to 51 mixed-gender students. The school focuses on providing a supportive and personalised learning environment for students who have experienced challenges in mainstream education. With a commitment to respect, resilience, and responsibility, Orchardside aims to re-engage students through a broad and flexible curriculum tailored to their individual needs.

The school offers short and long-term placements for Key Stage 3 and 4 students, working closely with the Local Authority and local schools to ensure appropriate referrals. A dedicated mentoring team supports students' emotional and academic development, facilitating successful reintegration into mainstream education when ready. For those who remain longer, a balanced GCSE and vocational curriculum is provided, ensuring high-quality teaching from subject specialists.

Orchardside also prioritises the well-being of students outside of academic hours, offering breakfast and after-school clubs to create a sense of community and provide structured activities. This initiative aims to reduce the risk of youth crime and foster positive relationships among students and staff. Parents are encouraged to engage with these provisions to support their child's development.

Key details

LA
Enfield
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
Pupils
51
Boys
32
Girls
19
FSM %
56.90
Open date
1996-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-03-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 51 32 19 56.90
2024-09-11 49 31 18 51.00
2023-09-11 48 31 17 43.80
2022-09-11 48 31 17 43.80
2021-09-11 54 39 15 48.10
2020-09-11 70 46 24 41.40

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