Special free school · Trafford

The Orchards

Special
Ages 3–11

Term dates

Special free schools can set their own term dates. Many follow Trafford council's dates, shown below as a guide, but check with the school, especially for INSET days.

2026/27

2027/28

See Trafford's full dates

Admissions

Places at special schools are usually arranged through an education, health and care (EHC) plan, agreed with the council.

How EHC plans work on GOV.UK

About and location

Type: Special free school
Phase: Special
Ages: 3–11
Pupils: 148 (capacity 149)
Gender: Mixed
Academy trust: BRIGHT FUTURES EDUCATIONAL TRUST
Phone: 01617480670
Address: Audley Avenue, Stretford, M32 9TG
Website: theorchards.bright-futures.co.uk

Official school record, including Ofsted reports

School details from the Department for Education's register of schools (Open Government Licence). Report a correction.