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Orchards Junior School

Nelson Road, Worthing, BN12 6EN

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Pupils

476

Ages

7-11

FSM

32.8%

Capacity

558

Ofsted

Good

Sept 2018

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

75.0%

Writing

70.0%

Maths

74.0%

RWM Combined

61.0%

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About Orchards Junior School

Orchards Junior School is a primary school in Worthing, West Sussex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2018 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 61% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 476 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Nelson Road, Worthing, BN12 6EN | More schools in West Sussex

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Orchards Junior School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2024 — School remains Good
Sept 2018 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Orchards Junior School

What is Orchards Junior School's Ofsted rating?

Orchards Junior School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2018 inspection.

What are Orchards Junior School's latest exam results?

Orchards Junior School: KS2 2024/25: 61% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Orchards Junior School located?

Orchards Junior School is a primary school in Worthing, West Sussex (BN12 6EN).

How many pupils attend Orchards Junior School?

Orchards Junior School has around 476 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Orchards Junior School with other schools?

View Orchards Junior School'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 West Sussex.