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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.

  • 14 July 2026

    Viridis Music Festival 2026

    Viridis Music Festival 2026

    Our Viridis Music Festival was a fantastic celebration that brought our school community together through the power of music. We were treated to an incredible variety of performances from Orchard,…

    14 July 2026
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  • 3 July 2026

    Orchard Host Hackney Sustainability Framework

    Orchard Host Hackney Sustainability Framework

    Orchard was delighted to have the honour of hosting the launch of the Hackney Sustainability Education Framework this week. Leaders and teachers from primary schools across Hackney, alongside colleagues from…

    3 July 2026
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  • 2 July 2026

    School Councillors Share Healthy Lifestyle Tips

    School Councillors Share Healthy Lifestyle Tips

    As part of Healthy Living Week last week, our in-class council sessions focused on the importance of staying healthy. They shared ideas and discussed ways to maintain a healthy lifestyle,…

    2 July 2026
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  • 1 July 2026

    Awarded Mayor of London Healthy Schools Award 2026

    Awarded Mayor of London Healthy Schools Award 2026

    We are proud to announce that Orchard has been award the Mayor of London Healthy Schools Award, recognising all the work the school does to support children and families with their…

    1 July 2026
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  • 26 June 2026

    School Librarians Share their Favourite Stories

    School Librarians Share their Favourite Stories

    Our school librarians loved visiting nursery to share some of their favourite stories. They read with confidence and enthusiasm, bringing each story to life. The nursery children listened beautifully, joined…

    26 June 2026
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  • 25 June 2026

    Peer Mediators Training on Emotional Coaching

    Peer Mediators Training on Emotional Coaching

    Our Peer Mediators came together for their final training session of the year with our Learning Mentor, Miss Wendy. They explored Emotion Coaching and learned new ways to support peers…

    25 June 2026
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  • 22 June 2026

    EYFS Design Cars for Fathers Day

    EYFS Design Cars for Fathers Day

    Last week, EYFS enjoyed exploring colours and colour mixing as they designed and decorated special cars for the significant males ahead of Father’s Day. Using their fine motor skills, the…

    22 June 2026
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  • 17 June 2026

    Deputy Mayor visits Orchard

    Deputy Mayor visits Orchard

    Orchard was pleased to welcome Deputy Mayor Dylan Law to speak with our Year 5 and 6 pupils. He shared his journey into local government, explained how he came to…

    17 June 2026
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  • 12 June 2026

    Hackney Run School Challenge 2026

    Hackney Run School Challenge 2026

    Our children did fantastic at the HOKA Hackney School Challenge, running one mile alongside pupils from across the local community! They showed great determination, sportsmanship and enthusiasm, encouraging one another…

    12 June 2026
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  • 11 June 2026

    EYFS Bake Banana Bread

    EYFS Bake Banana Bread

    EYFS enjoyed listening to the story of The Little Red Hen and exploring its message about teamwork and fairness. Everyone helped Ms Mendoza make delicious banana bread, making sure they…

    11 June 2026
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      Year 1 and Year 2 Meet the Teacher

      Mon 07 Sep 2026
      @ 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
      Mon 07 Sep @ 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
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      Year 3 and Year 4 Meet the Teacher

      Tue 08 Sep 2026
      @ 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
      Tue 08 Sep @ 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
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      Year 5 and Year 6 Meet the Teacher

      Thu 10 Sep 2026
      @ 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
      Thu 10 Sep @ 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
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      Coffee Morning – Early Reading

      Fri 11 Sep 2026
      @ 9:15 am - 9:35 am
      Fri 11 Sep @ 9:15 am - 9:35 am
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      Bring a Significant Male to School Day (all welcome)

      Wed 23 Sep 2026
      @ 9:00 am - 9:45 am
      Wed 23 Sep @ 9:00 am - 9:45 am
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      Coffee Morning – Inclusion

      Fri 25 Sep 2026
      @ 9:15 am - 9:35 am
      Fri 25 Sep @ 9:15 am - 9:35 am
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      Black History Month

      Thu 01 Oct 2026 - Sat 31 Oct 2026
      All day
      Thu 01 Oct All day
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      Coffee Morning – Culture

      Fri 09 Oct 2026
      @ 9:15 am - 9:35 am
      Fri 09 Oct @ 9:15 am - 9:35 am
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      World Week

      Mon 12 Oct 2026 - Fri 16 Oct 2026
      All day
      Mon 12 Oct All day
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      National Dress Day

      Thu 15 Oct 2026
      All day
      Thu 15 Oct All day
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      International Evening

      Thu 15 Oct 2026
      @ 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
      Thu 15 Oct @ 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
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      Professional Individual and Sibling Photographs

      Tue 20 Oct 2026
      All day
      Tue 20 Oct All day
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      End of Autumn Term 1 (3:30pm Close)

      Fri 23 Oct 2026
      All day
      Fri 23 Oct All day
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      Autumn Half-Term Holiday

      Mon 26 Oct 2026 - Fri 30 Oct 2026
      All day
      Mon 26 Oct All day

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    1 October 2026

    Black History Month
    October 1 - October 31

    9 October 2026

    12 October 2026

    World Week
    October 12 - October 16

    15 October 2026

    National Dress Day
    October 15

    Book a school tour to experience our school firsthand!

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

    If Wednesdays do not work for you, please contact us and we will arrange another time and date.

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