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The Orchards
Trafford·Not applicable·North West·Free schools special·M32 9TG
URN: 142782
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Academic outcomes
Academic data not assessed
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Pupil progress
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Nearby and similar schools
Other secondary schools in Trafford for local comparison.
Altrincham Grammar School for Boys
Ofsted OutstandingAttainment 8 79.1Progress 8 +1.32
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Ofsted OutstandingAttainment 8 77.8Progress 8 +1.01
Compare with The OrchardsSchool information
| URN | 142782 |
| Local authority | Trafford |
| Region | North West |
| Phase | Not applicable |
| Type | Free schools special |
| Gender of entry | Mixed |
| Age range | 3-11 |
| Headteacher | Helen O'Brien |
| Trust | BRIGHT FUTURES EDUCATIONAL TRUST |
| Admissions | — |
| Religious character | Does not apply |
| Postcode | M32 9TG |
| Pupils | 144 |
| FSM eligible | 57.2% |
Contact and identifiers
Audley Avenue, Stretford, Greater Manchester, M32 9TG
https://theorchards.bright-futures.co.uk/1617480670| DfE number | 7002 |
| UKPRN | 10057000 |
| Opened | 1 Sept 2016 |
| GIAS updated | 24 Mar 2026 |
Data sources and freshness
| Official record updated | 24 Mar 2026 |
| Latest KS4 year | — |
| Latest KS2 year | 2024/2025 |
| Ofsted published | — |
Latest Ofsted inspection
| Quality of education | — |
| Behaviour and attitudes | — |
| Personal development | — |
| Leadership and management | — |
| Safeguarding | — |
| Inspection type | — |
| Category of concern | — |
| Inspection date | — |
| Publication date | — |