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The Orchard Infant School | Ofsted Ratings, SEN, Reviews & Admission 2026
The Orchard Infant School
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The Orchard Infant School
- Primary
- Elmbridge KT8 9HT
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Staff use assessment with precision in math and reading, swiftly correcting misconceptions.
Success of the Curriculum: From Reception upwards, pupils benefit from clear structures and routines. High-quality education is provided.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some curriculum areas focus more on activities than learning, causing inconsistency in pupil knowledge.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Mathematics curriculum is a strength. Pupils quickly gain knowledge and skills in reading and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff move swiftly to correct misconceptions or help pupils at risk of falling behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour and attitudes are exceptional, actively supporting each other and celebrating differences.
Support for SEND Pupils: Provision for pupils with SEND is a strength of the school. Highly inclusive ethos.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils know what bullying is and are confident it will be dealt with quickly by teachers.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with prompt actions taken on concerns.
Parent Feedback: Parents are equally happy with the school, many saying their children have developed a love of learning.
Extracurricular Activities: Leaders are re-starting extra-curricular activities and engaging external providers for a full range of clubs.
Teacher Engagement: Leaders ensure all staff are experts in core areas like math and reading, making their work highly effective.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers' precise use of assessment ensures rapid grasp of foundational skills.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Systematic identification of pupils' knowledge and needs in many curriculum areas shows success.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some subject leaders are not confident about ensuring all staff deliver the curriculum as planned.
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The Orchard Infant School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Surrey, South East.
It has 261 students from age 5-7 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 27 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
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B-
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-7 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 27.7 | - | 21.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | 111 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | - | 107 | 106 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
27 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Orchard Infant School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1