The Orchard works towards the Early Years Foundation Stage, which carries on until they reach the end of Reception year at school. Our curriculum allows each child to develop in all 6 areas of learning throughout their time with us. The term after your child's fourth birthday they will be entitled to attend our Rising 5’s session in preparation for their journey to school.

We have at least four members of staff and one parent helper on duty at all morning sessions, ensuring we operate well within the recommended ratio. The Orchard has a 1:6 staff/child ratio for children aged 3 and above. For under 3’s the ratio changes to 1:4. We can accommodate up to 24 children per session.

We also operate a key worker system i.e. each child is allocated a specific member of staff who will take a special interest in the individual needs of that child at The Orchard.

We are Ofsted inspected the most recent in March 2007. A copy of their report is available on request, by clicking here, or from the Ofsted website. We are also registered with the local Early Years Development and Childcare Partnership.