School Visits & Tours
We would love to welcome you to our school and show you around.
Group Tours for New Reception Applicants
Tour dates for children due to start in September 2026 are now available to book. Please complete the booking form below to secure your preferred date.
Location: The Orchard School
Bridge Road
East Molesey
Surrey, KT8 9HT
During the tour, you will have the opportunity to:
- Meet our dedicated teachers and staff.
- Explore our facilities.
- Learn about our curriculum.
- See our children in action and ask any questions you may have.
We look forward to welcoming you and showing you what makes our school an exceptional place for your child to learn and grow.
If you are unable to attend these dates, then please contact the office and we will try our best to accommodate another time.
Frequently asked questions:
When and how should we apply?
Reception applications are advised by Surrey County Council, normally from November through January. The closing date for online applications for a September 2026 start is 15 January 2026.
Visit the Surrey County Council website school admissions page for more information. You can apply on line but paper application forms are also available.
You can find further details on the school admissions page of our website.
When are places offered?
Parents of children going into Reception will be informed in the evening of 16th April 202. The deadline to accept or decline your offer is 30th April 2026.
How many children are offered a place?
The annual admissions limit for The Orchard School is 90 pupils.
What happens if my child is already of school age?
Details of in-year admissions can be found on the Surrey County Council website. Alternatively, paper application forms are available from the school.
Please contact the school on 020 8979 2945 or email us at office@orchard.surrey.sch.uk if you would like to arrange a visit any time during the year.
See our welcome pack below which will give you a small insight into our lovely school.