How many pupils does Orchard Junior School have?

Orchard Junior School has 354 pupils enrolled.

Who is the headteacher of Orchard Junior School?

The headteacher of Orchard Junior School is Carol Taylor.

What type of school is Orchard Junior School?

Orchard Junior School is a Community school with a Primary phase of education.

Which local authority is Orchard Junior School in?

Orchard Junior School is in the Hampshire local authority area.

Community school Primary Open

Orchard Junior School

Water Lane, Dibden Purlieu, New Forest, Hampshire, SO45 4SB

Ofsted: Good (graded inspection, 5 April 2022). Last inspected 6 May 2026.

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354

Pupils

17.5%

Free school meals

About this school

Orchard Junior School is a Community school serving primary age pupils, located in New Forest, Hampshire. The school has 354 pupils enrolled. Ofsted: Good (graded inspection, 5 April 2022). Last inspected 6 May 2026. The Headteacher is Carol Taylor. The school is administered by Hampshire local authority.

School details

Headteacher: Carol Taylor
Local authority: Hampshire
Gender: Mixed
URN: 115988

Contact

02380843162 adminoffice@orchard-jun.hants.sch.uk Visit website Ofsted Report

Admissions

Applications for places at Orchard Junior School are handled by the school or the local authority (Hampshire). See the school's website for admissions arrangements, or read the GOV.UK guide to school admissions.

SATs Performance (Key Stage 2)

64%

Meeting the expected standard · 2024-25

Reaching the higher standard · 2024-25

The expected standard means pupils reached the level the Department for Education expects in reading, writing and maths combined by the end of primary school.
The higher standard means pupils achieved a high score in reading and maths and were working at greater depth in writing.

Source: Department for Education school performance data. Check this school on GOV.UK →