Special schoolData as of May 2026

The Orchards

Audley Avenue, Stretford, M32 9TG

Free schools special

Pupils

144

Ages

3-11

FSM

57.2%

Capacity

149

Ofsted

Good

Jul 2019

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%

Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

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About The Orchards

The Orchards is a primary school in Stretford, Trafford. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2019 inspection). 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.

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.

Feb 2025 — Improved significantly
Jul 2019 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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 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?

View The Orchards'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 Trafford.