Orchard Primary Academy
URN: 142003 • Dewsbury WF12 8QT
Overview
- Name
- Orchard Primary Academy
- URN
- 142003
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SOUTH PENNINE ACADEMIES
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matthew Carbutt (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01924469578
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Princess Road, Dewsbury WF12 8QT
Summary
Orchard Primary Academy, located in Dewsbury, Kirklees, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 381 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 350. The school is dedicated to empowering all students to achieve their best, focusing on literacy and numeracy while addressing contextual barriers that may hinder learning. The curriculum is designed to be inclusive and aspirational, instilling core values of respect, responsibility, and aspiration in its students.
The academy places a strong emphasis on both academic and enrichment activities, offering a carefully planned curriculum that includes physical education and outdoor learning through its forest school program. Regular trips and visits from guest speakers are integral to the educational experience, helping students connect their learning to the wider world.
Orchard Primary Academy prides itself on fostering a safe and supportive environment where pupils feel happy and respected. The dedicated staff are committed to the well-being and academic success of each child, making the school a vital part of the Chickenley community. For parents interested in admissions, the school encourages visits and inquiries through their office.
The academy places a strong emphasis on both academic and enrichment activities, offering a carefully planned curriculum that includes physical education and outdoor learning through its forest school program. Regular trips and visits from guest speakers are integral to the educational experience, helping students connect their learning to the wider world.
Orchard Primary Academy prides itself on fostering a safe and supportive environment where pupils feel happy and respected. The dedicated staff are committed to the well-being and academic success of each child, making the school a vital part of the Chickenley community. For parents interested in admissions, the school encourages visits and inquiries through their office.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Local Academy Board Membership (governance)
- Trust Governance Model (governance)
- Support for children with SEND (sen)
- Special Educational Needs (sen)
- Assembly Calendar (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Sport Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Headfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School (64.3)
- St Paulinus Catholic Primary School (61.9)
- Thornhill Lees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant and Nursery School (61.8)
- Bywell Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School (61.6)
- Diamond Wood Community Academy (60.4)
Key details
- LA
- Kirklees
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- SOUTH PENNINE ACADEMIES
- Capacity
- 350
- Pupils
- 381
- Boys
- 190
- Girls
- 191
- FSM %
- 68.70
- Open date
- 2015-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 381 | 190 | 191 | 350 | 68.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 414 | 222 | 192 | 350 | 60.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 406 | 213 | 193 | 350 | 55.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 406 | 213 | 193 | 350 | 55.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 404 | 211 | 193 | 350 | 55.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 384 | 206 | 178 | 350 | 48.10 |
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