Orchard Way Primary School
95%
Capacity
200
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Orchard Way Primary School
Orchard Way Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Croydon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 200 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Orchard Way Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew May, it falls under Croydon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5474th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 77 in Croydon.
Orchard Way Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 98 applications for 30 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
Orchard Way Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (73 responses).
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 Way Primary School include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Netball, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Drama, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, Orchard Way 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Orchard Way, Croydon, Croydon, CR0 7NJ |
| Headteacher | Andrew May |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 200 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.5% |
| School Capacity | 200 / 210 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 9 Aug 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5474th of 13,686
Nationally
967th of 1,592
In London
45th of 77
In Croydon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
73 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
98
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Orchard Way Primary School
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Contact Information
Orchard Way, Croydon
Croydon, CR0 7NJ
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