Mental health and young people
In the build-up to World Mental Health Day on Saturday 10th October, we would like to share with you some background information on mental health and what to do if you're concerned about a child's...
View ArticleOrchard celebrates record turnout at open event
There was a record turnout last night at Orchard School Bristol, when over 100 families flocked through the doors for our annual Open Evening.
View ArticleSporting stars inspire Orchard students
High profile sporting figures visited Orchard School Bristol this week to inspire students about the value of sport.
View ArticleHelping your child with homework
Research shows that children do better at school if their parents are involved in their education. High levels of parental interest are associated with better exam results at GCSE.
View ArticleOFSTED Visit Tuesday 20 and Wednesday 21 October
We are delighted to announce that OFSTED will be visiting the school over the next two days.
View ArticleVictories aplenty for Orchard's rugby teams
It's been a fantastic week for rugby at Orchard School Bristol.
View ArticleOfsted delivers glowing report for Orchard School Bristol
Ofsted has delivered a glowing verdict on Orchard School Bristol which delivers very definitely on its vision ‘Inspire today... empower for life.
View ArticleAnother victory for Year 9 rugby boys
Last week saw another outstanding victory for our Year 9 rugby players, as they beat Cotham 45-7.
View Article9 ways the internet can be good for children
A lot of what we hear about technology’s effects on children is negative...
View ArticleClassics group takes a step back in time
Orchard School's Year 8 GCSE Classics students recently took a trip to the British Museum in London to investigate its Ancient Greek collection.
View ArticleOrchard benefits from mindfulness
Staff and students at Orchard School Bristol have been benefiting from practicing the art of mindfulness.
View ArticleTriumphant performance from Macbeth stars
An impressive performance of Shakespeare's Macbeth was put on by a group of 17 Orchard School students to a packed audience of 350 people at the Redgrave Theatre, Clifton.
View ArticleChristmas Events in Lockleaze
There are lots of events and activities for all the family in Lockleaze coming up in December
View ArticleProject puts students' interests in the spotlight
Hobbies and interests of some of our students were put in the spotlight this week, as part of the Wider World project which aims to inspire young minds.
View ArticlePhotography students focus on patterns
Year 11 Art and Photography students have been working with visiting artists Laurie Lax and Ben from the Young Arnolfini group to create some exciting work based on their current theme of ‘Pattern and...
View ArticleMoneySmart Course for Adults
North Bristol Advice Centre are running a MoneySmart Course starting on Tuesday 19 January 10.00 am - 12.00 pm at Orchard School Bristol. This is a free course to build skills and confidence in...
View ArticleStudents get their skates on!
A great time was had by students at the skating rink at the Mall.
View ArticlePrimary school pupils perform Beowulf
Children from Filton Avenue Juniors performed their version of the epic poem Beowulf to an appreciative audience of family and friends in Orchard School's drama studio last week.
View ArticleMock interview event encourages students to aim high
A mock interview day at Orchard School proved of huge benefit to students, with some even discussing potential work experience placements.
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