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Orchard Junior School Catchment Area

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

Orchard Junior School is a community primary school in Southampton, Hampshire , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 354 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

354

Pupils

360

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Orchard Junior School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Orchard Junior School is set by Hampshire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 98% 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 Hampshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Orchard Junior School — School Information

Full address
Water Lane, Dibden Purlieu, Southampton, SO45 4SB
Local authority
Hampshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
17.5% of pupils
DfE URN
115988

Other Primary Schools in Southampton

If Orchard Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Southampton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Orchard Junior School

Is Orchard Junior School oversubscribed?

Orchard Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 360 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Orchard Junior School?

Admission to Orchard Junior School is managed by Hampshire. 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 Junior School cover?

Orchard Junior School is a primary school in Southampton, Hampshire, 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 Junior School?

Orchard Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.