We have a comprehensive programme of curriculum enrichment to ensure that all children explore practical and experiential activities. Enrichment happens across the curriculum and provides opportunities to develop independent learning skills as well as opportunities to celebrate specific curriculum focus areas. Take a look at our community page and news archive for our recent events!
Theme Days and Events
We believe experiential activities supports both skills and knowledge development opportunities.
- 3 April 2025
Easter Bonnet Parade
Easter Bonnet Parade
Orchard had a fantastic time at the Easter Bonnet Parade! The School Councillors had a tough job selecting winners from each year group - a lot of creativity and effort…
- 28 March 2025
Day 5 – Turing Tenerife Trip March 2025
Day 5 – Turing Tenerife Trip March 2025
Today, pupils rounded off their Tenerife adventure with a well-deserved beach day at Playa El Médano. As we travelled south by coach, a surprise rain shower gave pupils the perfect…
- 27 March 2025
Day 4 – Turing Tenerife Trip March 2025
Day 4 – Turing Tenerife Trip March 2025
Today, pupils explored the breathtaking El Teide National Park and saw Tenerife’s iconic volcano up close—and it didn’t disappoint! Our first stop was a dramatic mountain viewpoint. Despite cloudy weather,…
- 26 March 2025
Day 3 – Turing Tenerife Trip March 2025
Day 3 – Turing Tenerife Trip March 2025
Today we returned to our partner school for another memorable day of collaboration. Excitement was high as pupils reunited with their new Spanish friends. The highlight of the day was…
- 25 March 2025
Day 2 – Turing Tenerife Trip March 2025
Day 2 – Turing Tenerife Trip March 2025
Hola from Tenerife! Our pupils had a fantastic first full day on the island, diving straight into life at our partner school. After a hearty breakfast, excitement was high as…
- 24 March 2025
Day 1 – Turing Tenerife Trip March 2025
Day 1 – Turing Tenerife Trip March 2025
Today pupils embarked on their Turing scheme study visit to Tenerife to take part in a project in collaboration with our partner school on the island's volcanoes. Pupils were excited…
- 14 March 2025
World Book Day 2025
World Book Day 2025
World Book Day was an adventure-filled celebration at Orchard! They kicked off with parent reading, showcased fantastic costumes in assembly and wrapped up with peer reading. A wonderful day of…
- 5 March 2025
EYFS Celebrate Pancake Day
EYFS Celebrate Pancake Day
Happy Pancake day! EYFS got creative by making playdough pancakes using natural resources for toppings! They then had a blast taking part in a pancake race.
- 3 March 2025
World Book Day Menu – 6th March 2025
World Book Day Menu – 6th March 2025
Click here to view our special lunch menu that will be served on Thursday, 6th March for World Book Day.
- 11 December 2024
Winter Fayre 2024
Winter Fayre 2024
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Winter Fayre! From Santa's grotto to henna art, nail painting, delicious treats, and an amazing swap shop—your smiles and…
- 22 October 2024
Celebrate Cultural Dress Day 2024
Celebrate Cultural Dress Day 2024
Last week, children celebrated World Week by coming to school in their cultural and traditional outfits. They had a great time sharing their heritage and proudly showcased their attire at…
- 11 July 2024
Celebrate Hispanic Day 2024
Celebrate Hispanic Day 2024
Year 2 celebrated Hispanic Day yesterday. They dressed in beautiful, traditional clothes from Spanish-speaking countries and explored geometric art by Okuda, coloring fruits in his style. They also practiced naming…
- 2 July 2024
Hispanic Day – 9th July 2024
Hispanic Day – 9th July 2024
Click here to view our special lunch menu that will be served on Hispanic Day! Children are also welcome to dress in traditional clothing or in the colors red, yellow,…
- 8 March 2024
World Book Day 2024
World Book Day 2024
World Book Day was again a huge success! With creative costumes from all year groups and staff, everyone really got into the spirit of the day. Book swap also took…
- 26 February 2024
World Book Day Menu – 7th March 2024
World Book Day Menu – 7th March 2024
Click here to view our special lunch menu that will be served Thursday 7th March for World Book Day.
- 21 February 2024
World Book Day 7th March 2024
World Book Day 7th March 2024
Count down to World Book Day 2024 begins! We will be celebrating World Book Day on Thursday 7th March. Children are encouraged to dress up as their favourite book character…
- 2 February 2024
Enterprise Fayre 2024
Enterprise Fayre 2024
Thank you to all the families who attended yesterday's Enterprise Fayre. The children loved selling their amazing products with even Mr O'Brien buying goodies from each table! We wonder what…
- 27 September 2023
Bring A Significant Male To School Day
Bring A Significant Male To School Day
Thank you to all the adults who joined us on Bring a Significant Male to School day today! EYFS enjoyed playing indoor and outdoor activities whilst Year 4 demonstrated their…
- 7 July 2023
Celebrate Hispanic Day 2023
Celebrate Hispanic Day 2023
Here are some images from Hispanic Day. Children dressed in traditional Spasnish clothing and completed fun tasks such as creating piñatas, papeles picados and guatemalan worry dolls. They also enjoyed…
- 6 July 2023
Year 2 Celebrate Hispanics day
Year 2 Celebrate Hispanics day
Year 2 loved Hispanic Day where they dressed in the colours red and yellow and had a fun filled day completing Spanish related activities! They also feasted on Spanish cuisine…
- 5 July 2023
Year 6 Parasports
Year 6 Parasports
Year 6 took part in a parasports workshop during Healthy Living Week. Using their teamwork and coordination skills, they successfully passed the ball behind them without it bouncing to the…
- 10 May 2023
Best Crown Winners
Best Crown Winners
Congratulations to our 'best crown' winners for having spectacular creations, selected by our School Council. Thank you all for taking part!
- 4 May 2023
EYFS Tea Party
EYFS Tea Party
EYFS have been celebrating the coronation of King Charles III with a tea party at their small world table. They shared tea, cakes and biscuits with one another and used…
- 28 April 2023
Crown Competition – Friday 5th May
Crown Competition – Friday 5th May
On Friday 5th May, we are inviting children to make a crown and wear it to school to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III. The school council will pick…
