Orchard Academy

A good academy sponsor led school in Milton Keynes. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Orchard Academy.

Milton Keynes, MK63HW Ofsted: Good Age 7-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

41

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
34.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 41.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
33.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 0.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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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

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
25 June 2014
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Springfield Boulevard
Springfield
Milton Keynes, MK63HW

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
138605
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Address
Springfield Boulevard, Springfield, Milton Keynes, MK6 3HW
Age range
7-11
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
EAST MIDLANDS ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
360 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
358
Free School Meals
45.8% (164 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
5.9% (21 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.2%
Good
Persistent Absence
16.4%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
41.0%
Reading Score:
102.0
Maths Score:
100.0
Grammar Score:
101.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 100.0 102.0
2023 101.0 102.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
24 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
72
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
358 pupils
7-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-0.5 per year)

Down -0.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Ready, Respectful and Safe."

Aspiration Confident learner Perseverance Reach your goals Work hard Making the right choice Showing respect Enjoy the journey. Enjoy success.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to Orchard Academy. Orchard is a founder member of the East Midlands Academy Trust. The headteacher describes a positive, family atmosphere, inclusive environment, and emphasis on progress and Aspen; notes growth from a two-class entry to a three-class entry and the establishment of the Aspen department in January 2022.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Breakfast club Active play Extra-curricular clubs

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

SEND Provision

Intervention menu includes Sensory Circuit; ELSA; Nessy Intervention; Learn and Thrive; Peer Relationships Group; Lego Therapy; EAL; Social Group.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions are via Milton Keynes Council for normal entry; view EMAT Admissions Policies for details.

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