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We teach key skills

and knowledge

We teach key skills and knowledge that lead to understanding and develop the confidence to succeed.

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Caring, happy

and welcoming

We are committed to providing a caring, happy, welcoming environment that meets the needs of each child and ensures that all children have equal access to a broad and balanced curriculum including interaction with, and appreciation of, the arts and many opportunities for wider enrichment.

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Life-long learning

and understanding

We develop in children a desire for life-long learning and an understanding of different cultures, traditions and societies as well as to respect individual rights and responsibilities.

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Our learning

community

Our learning community is facilitated by a leadership structure that clearly communicates our core purpose and direction, and a system of informed continuous professional development. Our professional staff team actively seek to take up opportunities to further their own knowledge and skills to the benefit of our schools.

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Every child

has the right to succeed

We are committed to inclusion, believing that every child has the right to succeed. We take ownership of the responsibility to ensure that any barriers to learning are overcome and that all children experience success in contexts that are highly relevant for them.

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Our community

working together

Our parents and community are key partners and we are committed to working together to sustain a strong sense of community, promote educational achievement, raise children’s self-esteem and engender a sense of pride in our schools and communities.

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Welcome

Welcome to Orchard Primary School. Our aim is to provide children with the best start in life and to develop the confidence and enthusiasm for learning that will take them through secondary school and beyond. 

We are part of a great community and we understand that parents and carers are key partners in what we do. This website will give you a window into what we do, but the best testament to our school communities comes from the children themselves.

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Viridis Schools

The Viridis Schools Federation
Made up of Orchard, Southwold and Hoxton Garden Primary Schools.
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Join Us

Discover the various points of entry at Orchard Primary School, along with our admissions criteria and procedures. 

  • Nursery

    Nursery

    For children who have turned 3.

  • Reception

    Reception

    Applying to start statutory education in the September following the child’s 4th birthday.
  • In Year

    In Year

    Applying to our school at any other time.

  • 8 October 2025

    Travel Back in Time with Year 1

    Travel Back in Time with Year 1

    Year 1 visited the V&A Museum to explore how toys have changed over time! They compared old and modern toys, discussed materials, and learned which eras they came from.

    8 October 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 3 October 2025

    Staff Training with Hackney REU 2025

    Staff Training with Hackney REU 2025

    Staff at Viridis Schools took part in a number of training sessions on trauma informed practice led by Joe from Hackney REU. Staff explored additional strategies to support pupils with…

    3 October 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 26 September 2025

    Bring a Significant Male to School 2025

    Bring a Significant Male to School 2025

    This week, Orchard celebrated Bring a Significant Male to School Day! Year 5 enjoyed rounding number challenges, Year 1 explored body parts, and every year group took part in exciting…

    26 September 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 25 September 2025

    Pupil Voice Fayre 2025

    Pupil Voice Fayre 2025

    Our Year 1 to 6 pupils explored Pupil Voice stalls to learn about roles such as Junior Road Safety Officers, Peer Mediators and Eco-Team. They then cast their votes! Keep…

    25 September 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 23 September 2025

    Year 3 Explore the Stone Age

    Year 3 Explore the Stone Age

    Year 3 explored Stone Age artefacts in Humanities, discussing their uses and understanding their importance.

    23 September 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 22 September 2025

    Play Basketball with Year 6

    Play Basketball with Year 6

    Year 6 worked on their fine motor skills, stretching, and running as they enjoyed warm-ups and activities to prepare for basketball. With the rain keeping them indoors, they cannot wait…

    22 September 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 17 September 2025

    Reading Owl Babies with Year 1

    Reading Owl Babies with Year 1

    Year 1 have been enjoying Owl Babies, one of the Big Six texts. They used picture cues to retell the #story in their own words.

    17 September 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 15 September 2025

    EYFS Settling In

    EYFS Settling In

    A warm welcome to the new year with EYFS! They are growing in confidence, making new friends, and enjoying role play together — sharing meals while friends cook at the…

    15 September 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 16 July 2025

    Summer Fayre 2025

    Summer Fayre 2025

    Orchard's Summer Fayre was full of fun! From bouncy castles and hotdogs to bottle tombola, raffles, face painting, and games — we had it all! A huge thank you to…

    16 July 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 15 July 2025

    Young Writers Winner

    Young Writers Winner

    Our Years 4-6 pupils recently took part in a Young Writers competition, with over 140 entries from our school chosen for publication! We are thrilled that one of our pupils…

    15 July 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

    What's On

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      Year 6 Redwood Class Assembly

      Thu 16 Oct 2025
      @ 10:15 am - 10:35 am
      Thu 16 Oct @ 10:15 am - 10:35 am
      16

      Oct

      Thu

      Year 2 Willow Class Assembly

      Thu 16 Oct 2025
      @ 10:15 am - 10:35 am
      Thu 16 Oct @ 10:15 am - 10:35 am
      17

      Oct

      Fri

      Coffee Morning – Knowledge and understanding

      Fri 17 Oct 2025
      @ 9:15 am - 9:35 am
      Fri 17 Oct @ 9:15 am - 9:35 am
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      Oct

      Mon

      Autumn Half-Term Holiday

      Mon 27 Oct 2025 - Fri 31 Oct 2025
      All day
      Mon 27 Oct All day
      03

      Nov

      Mon

      School re-opens for children

      Mon 03 Nov 2025
      All day
      Mon 03 Nov All day

    1 October 2025

    Black History Month
    October 1 - October 31

    6 October 2025

    World Week
    October 6 - October 10

    16 October 2025

    17 October 2025

    27 October 2025

    Autumn Half-Term Holiday
    October 27 - October 31

    3 November 2025

    Book a school tour to experience our school firsthand!

    We run tours for prospective parents every Monday at 9:30am or 2:30pm with our headteacher or deputy headteacher. Tours last around 30 minutes and include time to ask questions.

    If these days or times are not convenient, please contact us and we will arrange a suitable alternative.

    Book now: 📞 0208 985 7785 | ✉️ AdminOrchard@vs.hackney.sch.uk