Orchard Fields Community School

About Orchard Fields Community School

Orchard Fields Community School and Nursery is a fully inclusive community school with a diverse community. We aim to provide a nurturing and caring environment that inspires children's curiosity and develops their skills.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Ms Sharon Kearns

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 34 responses • 8.1% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

85.3% positive 14.7% negative

My child feels safe at this school

88.3% positive 11.7% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

70.6% positive 14.7% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

58.8% positive 23.5% negative

My child does well at this school

82.3% positive 11.8% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 34 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

19.2

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

79.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily B.

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Outstanding School and Community"

We're so happy with Orchard Fields Community School. The facilities are excellent and the outdoor green spaces are amazing for the kids to play. The staff are supportive and caring, and the values of perseverance, achievement and aspiration are really evident in everything they do. Our child has flourished here and we couldn't be prouder.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Hannah G.

Parent Feb 20, 2022

4.0

"Mixed Feelings"

We've had a mixed experience at Orchard Fields Community School. On the one hand, the staff are enthusiastic and the school's values of perseverance and achievement are really evident. However, sometimes the school can feel a bit disorganised and the communication from the teachers could be better. Our child has settled well and is making good progress, but we're still getting used to the school's approach to things.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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David T.

Parent Jul 15, 2021

5.0

"Fantastic School Experience"

We sent our child to Orchard Fields Community School for 7 years and had an excellent experience. The school's commitment to inclusivity and diversity was impressive, and the curriculum was engaging and well-structured. The staff were always available to offer support and guidance, and the school's facilities were well-maintained and safe. We were sad to leave but know our child was well-prepared for secondary school.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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