Enjoy the journey. Enjoy Success.
Together we will achieve!
As we move forward, we develop the confidence to make the right choices and work hard to achieve our goals. We will respect each other regardless of gender, race or background. At Orchard Academy, we break through the barriers of cloud in order to reach the stars, knowing that our lessons come from the journey, not the destination.
Welcome to
Orchard Academy
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to Orchard Academy, a proud founder member of the East Midlands Academy Trust.
We are proud to say with certainty that on a daily basis at Orchard you will find a positive, family atmosphere in which we develop friendly, welcoming, confident and independent young people.
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Values & Ethos
Every journey begins with a single step. As we move forward, we develop the confidence to make the right choices and work hard to achieve our goals.
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Curriculum
We are committed to providing the highest standard of education so that all pupils are supported to be the best that can be.
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Translation Help
Our school is a diverse community and we are committed to supporting every pupil and their families.
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School Performance
As part of the East Midlands Academy Trust, we are proud of our good Ofsted rating and will continue to strive to be the best.
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Featured News
Meet our first #EMATter Master’s degree students!
We’re thrilled to announce that our first #EMATter staff have begin their Master’s degree studies, supported by EMAT.
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#EMATter Celebration Awards 2025 open for nominations
Do you know anyone who deserves to be recognised?
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Gold medallist inspires Orchard pupils to get active
Pupils at Shepherdswell Academy and Orchard Academy were thrilled to welcome triple Paralympian and wheelchair rugby gold medallist Kylie Grimes MBE for an inspiring visit focused around health and fitness last week (Thursday 6th March).
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Our EMAT Annual Report 2024 is out now!
East Midlands Academy Trust has published its 2024 Annual Report.
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#EMATters Celebration Awards 2024
Congratulations to all of the finalists and winners of this year's awards.
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