Orchard Manor School

About Orchard Manor School

Orchard Manor School is a Special School with an outstanding residential provision that caters for 220 students aged 4 -19. We provide education and care for pupils with communication and interaction difficulties, Autistic spectrum conditions and learning needs.

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Key Facts

Students 220

Head/Principal Nicola Jones

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 5.0

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

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

20.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

11.0

Teachers (FTE)

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

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

8.9

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-1.65

Progress 8

Well below average

0.0%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

0.0%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

0.0% entered EBacc

0.0% achieved EBacc

17 pupils in cohort

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

Reviews 3

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James B Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 20, 2023

5.0

"A real community feel"

We were a bit nervous about moving our child to Orchard Manor School, but from day one, we've felt welcome and supported. The staff are passionate about their work and the school's values of creating a safe and inclusive environment really shine through.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Samantha T Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 10, 2022

4.0

"A great experience for our child"

Our child attended Orchard Manor School for a few years and had a great experience. The staff were always available to support us and our child made good progress. However, we did find the communication between school and parents could be improved at times.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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Emily J Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"Outstanding school for our child"

We are so impressed with Orchard Manor School, the staff are caring and experienced, the facilities are excellent and the programs are tailored to meet our child's needs. Our child has grown in confidence and made great progress since joining.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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