PrimaryData as of May 2026

Orchard Primary School and Nursery

Chapel Street, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottingham, NG17 8JY

Community school

Pupils

348

Ages

2-11

FSM

18.9%

Capacity

315

Ofsted

Good

Feb 2022

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

70.0%

Writing

60.0%

Maths

63.0%

RWM Combined

56.0%

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About Orchard Primary School and Nursery

Orchard Primary School and Nursery is a primary school in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 56% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 348 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Chapel Street, Nottingham, NG17 8JY | More schools in Nottinghamshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Orchard Primary School and Nursery, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Feb 2022 — Good
Nov 2007 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Orchard Primary School and Nursery

What is Orchard Primary School and Nursery's Ofsted rating?

Orchard Primary School and Nursery received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What are Orchard Primary School and Nursery's latest exam results?

Orchard Primary School and Nursery: KS2 2024/25: 56% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Orchard Primary School and Nursery located?

Orchard Primary School and Nursery is a primary school in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire (NG17 8JY).

How many pupils attend Orchard Primary School and Nursery?

Orchard Primary School and Nursery has around 348 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Orchard Primary School and Nursery with other schools?

View Orchard Primary School and Nursery's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Nottinghamshire.