Orchard Church of England Primary School, Broughton Astley
90%
Capacity
188
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Orchard Church of England Primary School, Broughton Astley
Orchard Church of England Primary School, Broughton Astley is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Harborough community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 188 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Orchard Church of England Primary School, Broughton Astley "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amy Lang, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8523rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 32 in Harborough.
Orchard Church of England Primary School, Broughton Astley is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 30 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Orchard Church of England Primary School, Broughton Astley include Art Studios, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, ICT Suite, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Netball, Dance, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Harborough, Orchard Church of England Primary School, Broughton Astley is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Blenheim Crescent, Blenheim Crescent, Broughton Astley, Harborough, LE9 6QX |
| Headteacher | Amy Lang |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 188 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.8% |
| School Capacity | 188 / 210 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8523rd of 13,686
Nationally
793rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
21st of 32
In Harborough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
58%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
95
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Orchard Church of England Primary School, Broughton Astley
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Contact Information
Blenheim Crescent, Blenheim Crescent, Broughton Astley
Harborough, LE9 6QX
Blenheim Crescent, Blenheim Crescent, Broughton Astley
Harborough, LE9 6QX
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