Orchard Primary School
84%
Capacity
531
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Orchard Primary School
Orchard Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hackney community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 531 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Orchard Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stephen O'Brien, it falls under Hackney local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 84% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 801st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 49 in Hackney.
Orchard Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 149 applications for 48 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Orchard Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Football, Rounders, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Gardening, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 56.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hackney, 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 | Holcroft Road, London, Hackney, E9 7BB |
| Headteacher | Stephen O'Brien |
| Local Authority | Hackney |
| Number of Pupils | 531 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 56.6% |
| School Capacity | 531 / 630 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (84%)
801st of 13,686
Nationally
203rd of 1,592
In London
10th of 49
In Hackney
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
84%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
84%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
149
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Holcroft Road, London
Hackney, E9 7BB
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