Orleans Primary School
97%
Capacity
442
Pupils
5.2x
Demand
About Orleans Primary School
Orleans Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Richmond upon Thames community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 442 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 458 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Orleans Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Daniel Bishop, it falls under Richmond upon Thames local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1986th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 38 in Richmond upon Thames.
Orleans Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 246 applications for 47 places, making it 5.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
Orleans Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.9/5 from 6 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Orleans Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Rounders, Football, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Richmond upon Thames, Orleans 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 | Hartington Road, Twickenham, Richmond upon Thames, TW1 3EN |
| Headteacher | Daniel Bishop |
| Local Authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Number of Pupils | 442 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.1% |
| School Capacity | 442 / 458 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1986th of 13,686
Nationally
443rd of 1,592
In London
22nd of 38
In Richmond upon Thames
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
78%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed47
246
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (13% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hartington Road, Twickenham
Richmond upon Thames, TW1 3EN
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