Orchard Primary School
92%
Capacity
194
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Orchard Primary School
Orchard Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wychavon community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 194 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Orchard Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Bitcon, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9394th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 17 in Wychavon.
Orchard Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 27 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 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, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Orchard Primary School include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Cricket, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Book Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wychavon, Orchard Primary School is one of the options available in the West 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 | Cherry Orchard, Pershore, Wychavon, WR10 1ET |
| Headteacher | Sarah Bitcon |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 194 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.2% |
| School Capacity | 194 / 210 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Apr 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9394th of 13,686
Nationally
954th of 1,378
In West Midlands
15th of 17
In Wychavon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
55%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
40
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cherry Orchard, Pershore
Wychavon, WR10 1ET
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