The Orchard Primary School
The Orchard Primary School is a primary school (Academy converter), ages 3–11, in Watford, WD24, in the Hertfordshire council area. It has 434 pupils in the published census. Latest Ofsted inspection (22 June 2022): School remains Good.
Admissions
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Ofsted
School remains Good — inspected 22 June 2022.
| Area | Judgement |
|---|---|
Last graded overall judgement | Good (19 May 2011) |
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Term dates
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Results
| Measure | Result | Academic year |
|---|---|---|
KS2: expected standard in reading, writing & maths (%) | 70 | 2024/25 |
KS2: higher standard in reading, writing & maths (%) | 20 | 2024/25 |
KS2 pupils | 60 | 2024/25 |
Pupils
| Measure | Pupils / percentage | Data period |
|---|---|---|
Pupils | 434 | 2025/26 |
Eligible for free school meals | 14.3% | 2025/26 |
English as an additional language | 56% | 2025/26 |
SEN support | 11.95% | 2024/25 |
Education, health and care (EHC) plan | 1.84% | 2024/25 |
Nearby schools
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