MEET OURHead
I hold a deep belief that children are at their best when they feel safe, happy and are inspired to try their very best every day.
ORCHARD HOUSE SCHOOLExcellence, Honesty & Kindness
Welcome to Orchard House School: a leading co-educational prep-school in Chiswick for children aged 3 – 11.
At Orchard House Excellence is nurtured, Honesty is encouraged and Kindness is second nature. We balance ambition with attentiveness, helping every child flourish academically and personally. Explore the ethos that makes Orchard House simply superlative.
“Pupils love the happiness at this close-knit Chiswick prep”
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Orchard House helps children grow and thrive in so many ways. As well as academia, there are excellent opportunities with sports and the arts.
EXPLORE OURCurriculum
Our innovative curriculum, The Learning Orchard, includes dedicated time in our state-of-the-art Innovation Hub for hands-on learning, a Philosophy and Oracy programme that encourages confident communication, and the Reading Scholar or Reading Explorer programmes, for KS2 and KS1 respectively, which foster a love of reading and support independent literacy development.
Ages 3-5Early Years
Give your child the best start in a nurturing, joyful and inspiring environment. Our Early Years team sparks curiosity, builds confidence and supports every child as they explore, play and learn in bright classrooms and engaging outdoor spaces. Discover a place where young learners feel happy, valued and ready to thrive.
Ages 5-7Pre-Prep
In Pre-Prep, your child will grow in confidence, independence and curiosity. We’ll nurture their love of learning through inspiring lessons, rich stories, hands-on exploration and specialist teaching. With plenty of room for creativity and discovery, we’ll help your child build strong foundations while ensuring they feel happy, supported and excited for each new day.
Ages 7-11Prep
In our Prep-School, we’ll challenge and support your child as they move into a more ambitious, academically focused stage of their learning. Through our bespoke Learning Orchard curriculum — with its rich blend of Powerful Knowledge, Holistic Learning, Leadership and World Readiness — your child will be inspired to think deeply, question confidently and develop a genuine love of learning. With expert teaching in English, Maths, Science and Reasoning, they’ll gain the skills, curiosity and resilience needed to excel in the real world.
PATHWAY TO SENIOR SCHOOLSenior Schools & 11+
By Year 6, your child will be exceptionally well prepared for entry to a senior school that matches their abilities, character and interests. Recognising that the 11+ is just one element of this journey, we deliver a comprehensive programme of senior school preparation that combines expert exam coaching with thoughtful, high-quality interview preparation. As a Dukes Education prep, Orchard House pupils also receive priority entry into Dukes senior schools.
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Celebratory Hot Chocolate ☕️✨
This week, one pupil from each form in Key Stage 1 enjoyed a very special celebratory hot chocolate with our Senior Deputy Head (Academic), Mrs Waldmeyer and our Head of Pre-Prep, Ms Hands-Wicks.
These lucky children were invited in recognition of the exceptional effort and progress they have made so far this academic year. And as you can see, the hot chocolate went down a treat - complete with marshmallows, sprinkles and cream!
Moments like these are just one of the ways we celebrate our pupils’ achievements, big and small.❤️
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What happens to our waste once it leaves the classroom? ♻️
Today, our pupils explored this question during a brilliant Waste Workshop with Hubba, our waste disposal service provider. From recycling know-how to real-world impact, the session brought sustainability to life for our Eco Prefects and Student Council representatives from Year 1 to Year 6.
This is just one example of a wider, everyday commitment to sustainability at Orchard House – from wormeries and wildlife habitats to community gardening and curriculum projects that empower pupils to care for their world with confidence and purpose.🌏
Read more about how sustainability is lived, learned and promoted at Orchard House as an accredited Eco-School in our latest article (link in bio).
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“If I were Headteacher…” 🎓
Hear from our Year 2 and Year 3 pupils as they share what they’d do if they were Headteacher for the day!
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At Orchard House, we believe children thrive when they are present and connected. That is why we have a clear no-phone policy for pupils during the school day.
Only pupils in Year 5 and Year 6 who travel to school unaccompanied may bring a mobile phone. These are handed in to their Form Teacher or the school office each morning, kept safely during the day, and returned for the journey home.🏡
Digital safety matters just as much beyond the school gates. Recently, we welcomed families and members of the local community to a Digital Safety Talk led by an online security specialist, sharing practical guidance on keeping children safe online. With Safer Internet Day approaching, pupils from Reception to Year 6 will take part in workshops and assemblies, developing essential digital skills for life.💻🌐
Read more about our values-led approach to learning, leadership and digital balance in our latest article (link in bio).
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