Orchard Academy
URN: 138605 • Milton Keynes MK6 3HW
Overview
- Name
- Orchard Academy
- URN
- 138605
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- EAST MIDLANDS ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 46.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Zoe McIntyre (since 2025) , Head of School
- Telephone
- 01908735882
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Springfield Boulevard, Milton Keynes MK6 3HW
Summary
Orchard Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Milton Keynes, serving 333 pupils with a capacity of 360. As part of the East Midlands Academy Trust, the school is dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment where children can develop socially and emotionally. The academy promotes a positive, family-like atmosphere, encouraging students to be friendly, confident, and independent.
The curriculum at Orchard Academy is designed to challenge pupils of all abilities, fostering a love for learning and allowing them to take risks in a supportive setting. The school prides itself on its commitment to high-quality teaching and excellent pastoral care, ensuring that each child receives the support they need to succeed academically and personally.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (44.10%), Orchard Academy embraces its diverse community, striving to meet the needs of all families. The school has a good Ofsted rating and is focused on continuous improvement to enhance the educational experience for its students.
The curriculum at Orchard Academy is designed to challenge pupils of all abilities, fostering a love for learning and allowing them to take risks in a supportive setting. The school prides itself on its commitment to high-quality teaching and excellent pastoral care, ensuring that each child receives the support they need to succeed academically and personally.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (44.10%), Orchard Academy embraces its diverse community, striving to meet the needs of all families. The school has a good Ofsted rating and is focused on continuous improvement to enhance the educational experience for its students.
Useful links
- Crafted by Fly (other)
- Part of East Midlands Academy Trust (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Brooklands Farm Primary School (80.2)
- Priory Rise School (76.3)
- Middleton Primary School (75.7)
- New Bradwell School (74.5)
- Ashbrook School (72.9)
Key details
- LA
- Milton Keynes
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- EAST MIDLANDS ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 360
- Pupils
- 333
- Boys
- 183
- Girls
- 150
- FSM %
- 44.10
- Open date
- 2012-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-07-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Buckinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 333 | 183 | 150 | 360 | 44.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 358 | 189 | 169 | 360 | 44.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 355 | 207 | 148 | 360 | 38.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 355 | 207 | 148 | 360 | 38.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 350 | 190 | 160 | 360 | 32.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 351 | 195 | 156 | 360 | 24.50 |
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