Orchard Junior School
URN: 115988 • Southampton SO45 4SB
Overview
- Name
- Orchard Junior School
- URN
- 115988
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Carol Taylor (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02380843162
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Water Lane, Southampton SO45 4SB
Summary
Orchard Junior School, located in Dibden Purlieu, Hampshire, is a mixed community primary school with a current enrollment of 354 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 360. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment, as evidenced by its commitment to various extracurricular activities and community initiatives. With 17.5% of students eligible for free school meals, Orchard Junior prioritises inclusivity and support for all families.
The curriculum at Orchard Junior School is enriched with diverse learning experiences, including STEM activities, art projects, and foreign language studies. Recent highlights include Year 6’s participation in a Maths Challenge and a focus on health and safety through first aid training. The school also promotes physical activity, having achieved the Gold School Games Mark for two consecutive years, reflecting its dedication to sports and leadership development among students.
Community engagement is integral to Orchard Junior's ethos, with initiatives like the Clean Air Project and fundraising for local charities. The school encourages parental involvement and collaboration, fostering a strong sense of community and support for students' educational journeys. For more information, visit their website at www.orchardjunior.com.
The curriculum at Orchard Junior School is enriched with diverse learning experiences, including STEM activities, art projects, and foreign language studies. Recent highlights include Year 6’s participation in a Maths Challenge and a focus on health and safety through first aid training. The school also promotes physical activity, having achieved the Gold School Games Mark for two consecutive years, reflecting its dedication to sports and leadership development among students.
Community engagement is integral to Orchard Junior's ethos, with initiatives like the Clean Air Project and fundraising for local charities. The school encourages parental involvement and collaboration, fostering a strong sense of community and support for students' educational journeys. For more information, visit their website at www.orchardjunior.com.
Useful links
- Report a Child's Absence (sen)
- Supporting our SEND Pupils (sen)
- www.hampshirecamhs.nhs.uk/events/ (calendar)
- Calendar and Term Dates (calendar)
- School Dinner Menu (download)
- Branching Out. (other)
- HOME (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- A Message From Mrs Taylor (other)
Nearby alternatives
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 354 | 182 | 172 | 360 | 17.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 350 | 182 | 168 | 360 | 18.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 358 | 180 | 178 | 360 | 16.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 358 | 180 | 178 | 360 | 16.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 362 | 186 | 176 | 360 | 15.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 368 | 201 | 167 | 360 | 13.00 |
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