The Orchards School
URN: 148386 • Bromsgrove B61 8QN
Overview
- Name
- The Orchards School
- URN
- 148386
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE BLACK PEAR TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Marina Rumney (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01527872271
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Perryfields Road, Bromsgrove B61 8QN
Summary
The Orchards School is a mixed primary academy located in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, with a current enrolment of 233 pupils and a capacity of 300. Established as part of The Black Pear Trust, the school aims to provide a safe and nurturing environment where children can flourish and grow. The school’s ethos is built around values of Pride, Enjoyment, Achievement, and Respect, fostering a community where staff, parents, and pupils collaborate to support each child's development.
The curriculum at The Orchards School is designed to engage students and cultivate a love of learning. Emphasising a growth mindset, the school encourages pupils to explore their interests and develop high aspirations through a well-rounded educational experience. The dedicated staff work to create meaningful connections with students, ensuring they feel valued and secure.
The Orchards School values the partnership between home and school, actively encouraging parental involvement and support. With a strong focus on mutual respect and responsibility, the school promotes positive behaviour and a sense of pride in both personal achievements and the school community. For more information, parents are encouraged to visit the school’s website or contact the office.
The curriculum at The Orchards School is designed to engage students and cultivate a love of learning. Emphasising a growth mindset, the school encourages pupils to explore their interests and develop high aspirations through a well-rounded educational experience. The dedicated staff work to create meaningful connections with students, ensuring they feel valued and secure.
The Orchards School values the partnership between home and school, actively encouraging parental involvement and support. With a strong focus on mutual respect and responsibility, the school promotes positive behaviour and a sense of pride in both personal achievements and the school community. For more information, parents are encouraged to visit the school’s website or contact the office.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Special Educational Needs (sen)
- Events Calendar (calendar)
- Privacy Policy (download)
- Remote Learning Policy (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Terms & Conditions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Finstall First School (69.9)
- Meadows First School (68.5)
- Stoke Prior First School (67.2)
- Blackwell First School (64.2)
- Charford First School (64.2)
Key details
- LA
- Worcestershire
- Age range
- 3 - 9
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE BLACK PEAR TRUST
- Capacity
- 300
- Pupils
- 233
- Boys
- 121
- Girls
- 112
- FSM %
- 33.90
- Open date
- 2021-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-06
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Worcestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 233 | 121 | 112 | 300 | 33.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 257 | 135 | 122 | 300 | 33.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 262 | 139 | 123 | 300 | 38.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 262 | 139 | 123 | 300 | 38.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 300 |
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