Orchards Church of England Academy

URN: 143836 • Wisbech PE13 3NP

Overview

Name
Orchards Church of England Academy
URN
143836
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE DIOCESE OF ELY MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
35.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Tara Banks (since 2025)
Telephone
01945583799
Website
Visit
Address
Cherry Road, Wisbech PE13 3NP

Summary

Orchards Church of England Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, with a current enrolment of 401 pupils and a capacity of 420. The school operates under a Christian ethos, emphasizing values such as respect, perseverance, responsibility, and ambition. The mission of the academy is to provide enriching educational opportunities for all children, regardless of their faith, while fostering a supportive and inclusive community.

The curriculum at Orchards C of E Academy is designed to build a strong foundation in early reading, writing, and mathematics, ensuring that children are well-prepared for their educational journey. The school employs evidence-based teaching strategies and a carefully sequenced curriculum to promote knowledge retention and skill development. Additionally, the school prioritizes the wellbeing of both students and staff, offering professional development opportunities and a commitment to creating a positive learning environment.

Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, and the academy welcomes inquiries from prospective families. With a focus on high expectations and the development of resilient, respectful citizens, Orchards C of E Academy aims to nurture the character and understanding of every pupil.

Key details

LA
Cambridgeshire
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE DIOCESE OF ELY MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
401
Boys
201
Girls
200
FSM %
49.70
Open date
2018-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-07-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cambridgeshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 401 201 200 420 49.70
2024-09-11 400 187 213 420 52.90
2023-09-11 403 186 217 420 47.30
2022-09-11 403 186 217 420 47.30
2021-09-11 415 195 220 585 43.20
2020-09-11 437 209 228 585 31.40

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