The Orchards

A good free schools special school in Trafford. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Orchards.

Stretford, M329TG Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

75

/ 100

Special weighted harmonic mean of 1 indicators

Indicators used for Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 100.0%
Raw: Good

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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
9 July 2019
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
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
Audley Avenue
Stretford, M329TG
Phone
1617480670
Website
theorchards.bright-futures.co.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
142782
Type
Free schools special
Phase
Special
Address
Audley Avenue, Stretford, M32 9TG
Website
https://theorchards.bright-futures.co.uk/
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
BRIGHT FUTURES EDUCATIONAL TRUST
Capacity
149 pupils
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
133
Free School Meals
62.0% (82 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
89.5% (119 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
92.1%
Good
Persistent Absence
31.3%
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
133 pupils
3-11

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Champion Remarkable Children"

Welcome Aspire Appreciate Respect Celebrate

Facilities

Inclusive outdoor play areas Outdoor playgrounds Sensory trays Spinners Climbing frames Scooters Bikes Sand pits

Curriculum Highlights

Total Communication approach Personalised Learning Intention Maps (PLIMs) Earwig Assessment Framework Multisensory learning experiences Intensive interaction High staff ratio Collaboration with therapists and multi-agency support teams Family engagement and partnership

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