Orchard School
URN: 109282 • Bristol BS7 0XZ
Overview
- Name
- Orchard School
- URN
- 109282
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Trust in Learning
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Helen Holman (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Filton Road, Bristol BS7 0XZ
Summary
Orchard School, located in Bristol, is a mixed foundation secondary school that accommodates students aged 11 to 16. Established in 2008 in a new building, the school serves the local communities of Horfield and Southmead and currently has a capacity of 992 students, with an enrolment of approximately 925. The school prides itself on fostering a harmonious atmosphere and a strong sense of belonging among its diverse student body.
The school's ethos is encapsulated in its mission statement, “inspire today, empower for life,” and is supported by seven core values developed in collaboration with students, staff, and governors. Orchard School offers a broad curriculum that includes academic subjects, creative courses, and sports, aiming to inspire independent learning and personal development through various enrichment opportunities such as educational visits, mentoring, and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.
Orchard School emphasizes strong communication with parents and provides a supportive environment where staff are dedicated to knowing each student individually. The school operates a waiting list due to high demand, reflecting its reputation in the community as a place where students can thrive academically and personally.
The school's ethos is encapsulated in its mission statement, “inspire today, empower for life,” and is supported by seven core values developed in collaboration with students, staff, and governors. Orchard School offers a broad curriculum that includes academic subjects, creative courses, and sports, aiming to inspire independent learning and personal development through various enrichment opportunities such as educational visits, mentoring, and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.
Orchard School emphasizes strong communication with parents and provides a supportive environment where staff are dedicated to knowing each student individually. The school operates a waiting list due to high demand, reflecting its reputation in the community as a place where students can thrive academically and personally.
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Nearby alternatives
- St Mary Redcliffe and Temple School (74.3)
- Backwell School (70.2)
- Gordano School (69.5)
- Chew Valley School (68.9)
- Bristol Free School (67.7)
Key details
- LA
- Bristol, City of
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Trust in Learning
- Capacity
- 992
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2012-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 992 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 992 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 992 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 992 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 992 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 992 |
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