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Orchard Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Orchard Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Milton Keynes , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 333 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

333

Pupils

360

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Orchard Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Orchard Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Milton Keynes. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 93% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Milton Keynes before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Milton Keynes catchment area documents →

Orchard Academy — School Information

Full address
Springfield Boulevard, Springfield, Milton Keynes, MK6 3HW
Local authority
Milton Keynes
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
44.1% of pupils
DfE URN
138605

Other Primary Schools in Milton Keynes

If Orchard Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Milton Keynes are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Orchard Academy

Is Orchard Academy oversubscribed?

Orchard Academy is operating close to its capacity of 360 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Orchard Academy?

Admission to Orchard Academy is managed by Milton Keynes. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Orchard Academy cover?

Orchard Academy is a primary school in Milton Keynes, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Orchard Academy?

Orchard Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.