Orchard Meadow Primary School

About Orchard Meadow Primary School

We are proud to be a diverse school with high ambitions and expectations, which is reflected in our school values and curriculum. Everything we do is values driven and linked to PRIDE – our school motto. Learn more about our ‘PRIDE’ values here and see some examples of our students’ many achievements on the pages of this site.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs Claire Ferens

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.0

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.3

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

9.9

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

32.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

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

Reviews 4

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Samantha B

Parent Oct 25, 2023

5.0

"Love the Outdoor Learning Opportunities"

My child is really thriving at Orchard Meadow and we love the emphasis on outdoor learning. The teachers are all very supportive and the school's values of confidence and respect are really evident in the way they interact with the children. Highly recommend!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David W

Parent Feb 20, 2023

5.0

"Fantastic School with a Great Community"

Orchard Meadow has been a complete game-changer for our family. The teachers are all so dedicated and the school's focus on creativity and enthusiasm is really inspiring. We've also made some great friends through the parent volunteer groups - it's a really supportive community.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Emily D

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School, Friendly Staff"

I'm so grateful to have found Orchard Meadow Primary. My child loves coming to school and the staff are always approachable and helpful. The facilities are great, especially the outdoor play area, and the school's values of kindness and respect really shine through.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rebecca H

Parent Jun 15, 2022

4.0

"Good, but Room for Improvement"

We had a good experience at Orchard Meadow, but there were a few issues with communication and organisation. That being said, the teachers were all very good and the school's commitment to character education is really admirable. If they could just improve their admin skills a bit more...

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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