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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.

  • 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

  • 8 July 2025

    Viridis Music Festival 2025

    Viridis Music Festival 2025

    Our Viridis Music Festival brought the community together with an incredible showcase of talent. We enjoyed nine different performances from Orchard, Southwold, and Hoxton Choir, alongside our very own music…

    8 July 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 7 July 2025

    Build Boats with EYFS

    Build Boats with EYFS

    During DT Day, EYFS and their parents enjoyed a fun, hands-on activity, building their own boats! Using corks tied together with string, carefully cut felt sails, and masts to hold…

    7 July 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 3 July 2025

    Sports Day 2025

    Sports Day 2025

    Sports Day last week was a brilliant day of fun and teamwork! The children took part in a baton relay, egg and spoon challenge, bean bag run, sack hop, overs…

    3 July 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 30 June 2025

    Welcoming Our New EYFS Starters

    Welcoming Our New EYFS Starters

    Today’s EYFS induction was a great success! We loved welcoming our new starters, giving them a goodie bag, a taster of our school dinner menu, and a warm welcome from…

    30 June 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 26 June 2025

    JRSOs Celebrate Their Achievements!

    JRSOs Celebrate Their Achievements!

    Our Junior Road Safety Officers (JRSOs) had an amazing time at the Hackney JRSO Celebration Party this week! They reflected on a year of brilliant road safety work, took part…

    26 June 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 20 June 2025

    Debate Mate Cup Semi-Finals

    Debate Mate Cup Semi-Finals

    Although our pupils did not make it to the final debate of the Debate Mate Cup 2025, they had an incredible time going head-to-head with other schools. With passion, confidence,…

    20 June 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 20 June 2025

    Orchard’s Got Talent 2025

    Orchard’s Got Talent 2025

    Our Orchard’s Got Talent was a huge success! Our brilliant children wowed us with magic, dancing, singing, gymnastics and more. Everyone enjoyed treats while cheering them on. Congrats to our…

    20 June 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 12 June 2025

    School Council Audition This Year’s Orchard’s Got Talent Entries

    School Council Audition This Year’s Orchard’s Got Talent Entries

    The Orchard’s Got Talent contest auditions were held recently, and a huge well done to everyone who took part! Every act was truly amazing and showcased incredible talent, making the…

    12 June 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

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      School re-opens for children

      Wed 03 Sep 2025
      All day
      Wed 03 Sep All day
      09

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      Tue

      Y1 & Y2 Meet the Teacher

      Tue 09 Sep 2025
      @ 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
      Tue 09 Sep @ 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
      10

      Sep

      Wed

      Y3 & Y4 Meet the Teacher

      Wed 10 Sep 2025
      @ 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
      Wed 10 Sep @ 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
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      Thu

      Y5 & Y6 Meet the Teacher

      Thu 11 Sep 2025
      @ 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
      Thu 11 Sep @ 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
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      Sep

      Fri

      Coffee Morning – Early Reading

      Fri 12 Sep 2025
      @ 9:15 am - 9:35 am
      Fri 12 Sep @ 9:15 am - 9:35 am
      24

      Sep

      Wed

      Bring a Significant Male to School (all welcome)

      Wed 24 Sep 2025
      All day
      Wed 24 Sep All day
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      Sep

      Fri

      Coffee Morning – Culture

      Fri 26 Sep 2025
      @ 9:15 am - 9:35 am
      Fri 26 Sep @ 9:15 am - 9:35 am
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      Oct

      Wed

      Black History Month

      Wed 01 Oct 2025 - Fri 31 Oct 2025
      All day
      Wed 01 Oct All day
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      Mon

      World Week

      Mon 06 Oct 2025 - Fri 10 Oct 2025
      All day
      Mon 06 Oct All day
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      Coffee Morning – Knowledge and understanding

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

    1 September 2025

    INSET Day (school closed for children)
    September 1 - September 2

    3 September 2025

    9 September 2025

    Y1 & Y2 Meet the Teacher
    15:30 - 16:00

    10 September 2025

    Y3 & Y4 Meet the Teacher
    15:30 - 16:00

    11 September 2025

    Y5 & Y6 Meet the Teacher
    15:30 - 16:00

    12 September 2025

    24 September 2025

    26 September 2025

    1 October 2025

    Black History Month
    October 1 - October 31

    6 October 2025

    World Week
    October 6 - October 10