We are proud to share the outcomes of the latest Ofsted inspection for Orchard Head Junior, Infant and Nursery School, which took place in March 2025.
The ungraded (section 8) inspection suggests “that the school’s work may have improved significantly across all areas since the previous inspection” when it was rated ‘Good’ overall.
The report is a wonderful endorsement of the progress that has been made and the school’s next inspection will be a graded inspection.
Report Highlights
The report recognises the care and character of pupils, the strength of the curriculum, and the dedication of staff. It celebrates that “pupils flourish at this school. The curriculum inspires pupils to learn”.
The report also notes how “pupils are proud of their school. They show high levels of respect towards each other and the staff who look after them”. Also celebrating the school’s culture, “Around school, a culture of excellence supports pupils to show exemplary standards in behaviour. This means that lessons are calm and purposeful places to learn”.
Looking Ahead
Richard Grogan, Headteacher at Orchard Head Junior, Infant and Nursery School, praises the report as being a “testament to the hard work and collaboration of an incredible team of professionals and a supportive parent community – all working together to give our children the best possible start”.
Read the full report here.