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The Orchards

Audley Avenue, Stretford, M32 9TG

A Good-rated special school in Stretford where 0% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

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Pupils
144
Ages
3-11
FSM
57.2%
Capacity
149
Ofsted
Good
Jul 2019

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
7.0%
Writing
0.0%
Maths
7.0%
RWM Combined
0.0%

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About The Orchards

The Orchards is a primary school in Stretford, Trafford. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2019 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 13 responses), 62% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 144 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Audley Avenue, Stretford, M32 9TG | More schools in Trafford

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Feb 2025 — Improved significantly
  2. Jul 2019 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about The Orchards

What is The Orchards's Ofsted rating?
The Orchards received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.
What do parents say about The Orchards?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 13 responses): 62% of parents would recommend The Orchards.
What are The Orchards's latest exam results?
The Orchards: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is The Orchards located?
The Orchards is a primary school in Stretford, Trafford (M32 9TG).
How many pupils attend The Orchards?
The Orchards has around 144 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The Orchards with other schools?
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