Orchard Lea Infant School

About Orchard Lea Infant School

We are a happy school and look forward to welcoming you to Orchard Lea infant school. We are committed to providing a safe, secure and stimulating learning environment where each one of our pupils can achieve their potential and flourish academically and socially.

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Key Facts

Students 132

Head/Principal Sarah Ackerman

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 4.7

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

6.0

Teachers (FTE)

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

Reviews 4

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Rachel T

Parent Nov 15, 2022

4.0

"A Mixed Bag"

While we have been generally happy with Orchard Lea Junior School, there have been a few issues with communication between teachers and parents. The school's facilities are great, but sometimes the children's classes can be quite large. Overall, though, we are pleased with the progress our child is making and the values the school is instilling in them.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily J

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Fantastic School for Our Little Ones!"

My husband and I are thoroughly delighted with Orchard Lea Infant School. Our daughter has been going there since Reception and the teachers are all so welcoming and caring. The daily mile track and playgrounds are fantastic and the kids love using them. We couldn't be happier with the school's values and the way they nurture the children.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah K

Parent Jun 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School with a Great Community"

We were so sad to leave Orchard Lea Infant School when our children moved on to the junior school, but we were confident that they were in good hands. The school's commitment to providing a safe, secure and stimulating learning environment really shines through. We have many happy memories of our time at the school.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David B

Parent Mar 15, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful School Experience"

We have been really impressed with the school's approach to teaching and learning. The Learning Powers characters are a great idea and the children seem to really enjoy using them. My son has also loved the school trips and visits, especially the one to Beaulieu Transport museum.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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