The Orchards School
78%
Capacity
233
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About The Orchards School
The Orchards School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bromsgrove community, welcoming children from age 3 to 9. The school has 233 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Orchards School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Marina Rumney, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
The Orchards School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 51 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 The Orchards School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Athletics, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Eco Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromsgrove, The Orchards 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 | 3 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Perryfields Road, Bromsgrove, Bromsgrove, B61 8QN |
| Headteacher | Marina Rumney |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 233 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.9% |
| School Capacity | 233 / 300 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
60
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Perryfields Road, Bromsgrove
Bromsgrove, B61 8QN
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