Orchard Community Primary School
URN: 119982 • Derby DE74 2QU
Overview
- Name
- Orchard Community Primary School
- URN
- 119982
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Fiona Shields (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Grange Drive, Derby DE74 2QU
Summary
Orchard Community Primary School, located in Derby, Leicestershire, is a mixed community primary school with a current enrolment of 325 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 315. The school is committed to providing a vibrant and creative learning environment, aiming to foster a sense of community and belonging among students. The ethos of the school revolves around nurturing independence, curiosity, and cooperation, ensuring that each child feels valued and supported.
The curriculum at Orchard is designed to offer high-quality learning experiences, with a focus on character education and the development of British values. The school provides a range of extracurricular opportunities and support for more-able learners, alongside dedicated provisions for inclusion and special educational needs. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various initiatives, including the Parents' Association and regular communication regarding school events and performance.
Orchard Community Primary School also prioritises the wellbeing of its students, offering resources and support for mental health, alongside a commitment to safeguarding. The school invites families to visit and experience the welcoming atmosphere and first-class care provided to all pupils.
The curriculum at Orchard is designed to offer high-quality learning experiences, with a focus on character education and the development of British values. The school provides a range of extracurricular opportunities and support for more-able learners, alongside dedicated provisions for inclusion and special educational needs. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various initiatives, including the Parents' Association and regular communication regarding school events and performance.
Orchard Community Primary School also prioritises the wellbeing of its students, offering resources and support for mental health, alongside a commitment to safeguarding. The school invites families to visit and experience the welcoming atmosphere and first-class care provided to all pupils.
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Nearby alternatives
- Griffe Field Primary School (78.6)
- Lawn Primary School (77.6)
- Griffe Field Primary School (77.4)
- Homefields Primary School (77.3)
- Lawn Primary School (77.0)
Key details
- LA
- Leicestershire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 315
- Pupils
- 325
- Boys
- 165
- Girls
- 160
- FSM %
- 12.90
- Open date
- Close date
- 2022-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-17
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 325 | 165 | 160 | 315 | 12.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 325 | 165 | 160 | 315 | 12.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 325 | 165 | 160 | 315 | 12.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 325 | 165 | 160 | 315 | 12.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 312 | 160 | 152 | 315 | 10.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 291 | 153 | 138 | 315 | 9.60 |
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