Orchard Lea Junior School
URN: 116225 • Fareham PO15 6BJ
Overview
- Name
- Orchard Lea Junior School
- URN
- 116225
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Ackerman (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01329234471
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Kennedy Avenue, Fareham PO15 6BJ
Summary
Orchard Lea Junior School, located in Fareham, Hampshire, is a mixed community primary school with an enrolment of 223 pupils, serving a capacity of 256. The school operates alongside an infant school within the Orchard Lea Federation, fostering a cohesive educational experience for students as they transition from early years to junior education. The school day runs from 8:40 AM to 3:15 PM, providing a structured environment for learning.
The curriculum at Orchard Lea is designed to be well-sequenced and ambitious, focusing on both academic and personal development. Classrooms are inclusive, promoting a supportive atmosphere where children are encouraged to explore their interests and talents. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, educational visits, and a range of facilities, including a music room and an ICT suite, to enhance the learning experience.
With a commitment to nurturing self-confidence and self-esteem, Orchard Lea Junior School aims to provide a safe and stimulating environment for all pupils. The dedicated staff and supportive governing body work collaboratively to ensure that every child can achieve their full potential both academically and socially.
The curriculum at Orchard Lea is designed to be well-sequenced and ambitious, focusing on both academic and personal development. Classrooms are inclusive, promoting a supportive atmosphere where children are encouraged to explore their interests and talents. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, educational visits, and a range of facilities, including a music room and an ICT suite, to enhance the learning experience.
With a commitment to nurturing self-confidence and self-esteem, Orchard Lea Junior School aims to provide a safe and stimulating environment for all pupils. The dedicated staff and supportive governing body work collaboratively to ensure that every child can achieve their full potential both academically and socially.
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Nearby alternatives
- Whiteley Primary School (79.7)
- Harrison Primary School (79.1)
- Ranvilles Infant School (72.8)
- Wallisdean Infant School (69.9)
- Redlands Primary School (67.1)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 223 | 117 | 106 | 256 | 25.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 229 | 121 | 108 | 256 | 22.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 214 | 106 | 108 | 256 | 15.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 214 | 106 | 108 | 256 | 15.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 238 | 110 | 128 | 256 | 15.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 229 | 109 | 120 | 256 | 15.70 |
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