Orchard Primary School
100%
Capacity
211
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Orchard Primary School
Orchard Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bexley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 211 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Orchard Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Suzanne Spencer, it falls under Bexley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6821st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 55 in Bexley.
Orchard Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 30 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Orchard Primary School include Library, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Forest School, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Swimming, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Gardening, Art Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bexley, Orchard Primary School is one of the options available in the London 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Oxford Road, Sidcup, Bexley, DA14 6LW |
| Headteacher | Suzanne Spencer |
| Local Authority | Bexley |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.1% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 210 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Apr 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6821st of 13,686
Nationally
1137th of 1,592
In London
33rd of 55
In Bexley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
63%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
68
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Oxford Road, Sidcup
Bexley, DA14 6LW
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