Orchard Primary School and Nursery

URN: 122722 • Nottingham NG17 8JY

Overview

Name
Orchard Primary School and Nursery
URN
122722
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alison Prodger (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01623455939
Website
Visit
Address
Chapel Street, Nottingham NG17 8JY

Summary

Orchard Primary School and Nursery, located in Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, is a community school that serves a mixed-gender population of 348 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 315. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where children can thrive academically and socially. With a focus on the core values of Opportunity, Potential, and Success (OPS), Orchard aims to unlock each child's individual capabilities through a well-rounded educational approach.

The school emphasises the importance of values such as independence, creativity, respect, curiosity, resilience, and teamwork. These principles are integrated into the curriculum and daily activities, encouraging pupils to develop confidence, think imaginatively, and collaborate effectively. Orchard Primary also prioritises the well-being of its students, ensuring they feel safe and valued within the school community.

Parents are encouraged to engage with the school, and Orchard has a strong sense of family and community, having built lasting relationships with local families over the years. The dedicated staff, led by Head Teacher Alison Prodger, strive to make learning enjoyable and meaningful, preparing children for future success both in and out of the classroom.

Key details

LA
Nottinghamshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
315
Pupils
348
Boys
187
Girls
161
FSM %
18.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-02-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Nottinghamshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 348 187 161 315 18.90
2024-09-11 348 189 159 315 17.40
2023-09-11 361 189 172 315 18.70
2022-09-11 361 189 172 315 18.70
2021-09-11 361 188 173 315 15.90
2020-09-11 364 182 182 312 10.50

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