The Orchard School

A requires improvement community special school school in Sandwell. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Orchard School.

Oldbury, B688LD Ofsted: Requires Improvement Age 2-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

50

/ 100

Special weighted harmonic mean of 1 indicators

Indicators used for Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 100.0%
Raw: Requires Improvement

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Requires Improvement
Overall effectiveness
Requires Improvement
Last inspected
13 December 2022
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Requires Improvement
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Causeway Green Road
Oldbury, B688LD
Phone
1215697040
Website
orchard.sandwell.sch.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
132232
Type
Community special school
Phase
Special
Address
Causeway Green Road, Oldbury, B68 8LD
Website
www.orchard.sandwell.sch.uk
Age range
2-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
146
Free School Meals
50.0% (73 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
100.0% (146 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
86.6%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
46.1%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
8 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
15
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
146 pupils
2-11

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Diversity Inclusion Equality

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to The Orchard School, a maintained Special School for pupils aged 4-11 with severe, profound and complex learning difficulties and medical needs. The school offers a bespoke curriculum, a vibrant and inclusive environment, and a multi‑agency team to support each child’s learning journey.

Facilities

Music and drama studio White room studio Dark room studio Soft playroom Sensory room Swimming pool Hydrotherapy pools Defined outdoor play areas

Curriculum Highlights

Bespoke curriculum underpinned by the National Curriculum Personalised learning journey tailored to each child’s needs

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