PrimaryData as of May 2026

Orchards Church of England Academy

Cherry Road, Wisbech, PE13 3NP

Academy sponsor led

Church of England

Pupils

401

Ages

2-11

FSM

49.7%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2024

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

59.0%

Writing

58.0%

Maths

59.0%

RWM Combined

49.0%

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About Orchards Church of England Academy

Orchards Church of England Academy is a primary school in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 49% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 401 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Cherry Road, Wisbech, PE13 3NP | More schools in Cambridgeshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Orchards Church of England Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2024 — Good
Jul 2022 — Requires improvement
May 2015 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Orchards Church of England Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Orchards Church of England Academy

What is Orchards Church of England Academy's Ofsted rating?

Orchards Church of England Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are Orchards Church of England Academy's latest exam results?

Orchards Church of England Academy: KS2 2024/25: 49% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Orchards Church of England Academy located?

Orchards Church of England Academy is a primary school in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire (PE13 3NP).

How many pupils attend Orchards Church of England Academy?

Orchards Church of England Academy has around 401 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Orchards Church of England Academy with other schools?

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