Orchard Primary School and Nursery
110%
Capacity
348
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Orchard Primary School and Nursery
Orchard Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ashfield community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 348 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Orchard Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Prodger, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 20% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13566th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 30 in Ashfield.
Orchard Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 115 applications for 34 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Orchard Primary School and Nursery include Library, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Dance, Cricket, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Film Club, Choir, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ashfield, Orchard Primary School and Nursery 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Chapel Street, Nottingham, Ashfield, NG17 8JY |
| Headteacher | Alison Prodger |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 348 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.9% |
| School Capacity | 348 / 315 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Mar 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (20%)
13566th of 13,686
Nationally
1341st of 1,353
In East Midlands
30th of 30
In Ashfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
20%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
20%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
115
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Chapel Street, Nottingham
Ashfield, NG17 8JY
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