Orchard House Middle School

Orchard House Middle School Why Orchard House? Middle school marks a significant time in a girl’s life.

Education for Girls | Grades 5-8

We educate and inspire middle school girls in a responsive, academically engaging community that fosters each girl's intellectual curiosity, social responsibility, emotional integrity, and physical well-being. Education for Girls: Grades 5 - 8
Orchard House Middle School is a thoughtfully designed school for girls in grades five through eight, located in Richmond,

Virginia’s Historic Fan District. We educate and inspire middle school girls in a responsive, academically engaging community that fosters each girl's intellectual curiosity, social responsibility, emotional integrity, and physical well-being. It’s when she develops – physically, emotionally and intellectually – at a pace rivaled only by her first few years of life. Because of these rapid developmental changes and external pressures girls are facing, confidence can drop during these years, but it doesn’t have to. We believe in the distinctive value of a middle school experience designed specifically for girls. Orchard House helps them make the most of these years and develop a strong sense of self.

In our first week back to school, the 8s have already begun practicing their leadership skills. Each week, they will lea...
09/04/2026

In our first week back to school, the 8s have already begun practicing their leadership skills. Each week, they will lead a Community Circle that includes students from all 4 grades.

Community Circles are an opportunity for each girl to make connections, bond, and find their voice with the support of their classmates.

We’ve kicked off the school year with fun, friendship, new faculty, and new traditions! Beginning this year, students an...
09/02/2026

We’ve kicked off the school year with fun, friendship, new faculty, and new traditions!

Beginning this year, students and faculty will come together to read and sign our Honor Code, a shared pledge of trust, integrity, and respect for our community. As part of this new tradition, our girls also brainstormed ways to bring the Honor Code to life each day, including how to actively contribute to a positive and supportive school environment.

We can’t wait to see how the girls grow, learn, lead, and live out these values throughout the year!

Happy Orientation Day to our brand new Class of 2030, and welcome to our new and returning 6th grade students. We're loo...
08/31/2026

Happy Orientation Day to our brand new Class of 2030, and welcome to our new and returning 6th grade students. We're looking forward to starting the school year with our whole community tomorrow!

Middle school can be unpredictable, but the right routines can help each student find their flow.Our Faculty and Staff s...
08/29/2026

Middle school can be unpredictable, but the right routines can help each student find their flow.

Our Faculty and Staff spent their final week of Back-to-School meetings practicing community circle techniques, perfecting classroom routines, and preparing for an energizing first week of school. Ribbon routines may have also come into the mix.

Alumnae, share your projects, your services, your business, your art, your organizations, and anything else you've got i...
08/24/2026

Alumnae, share your projects, your services, your business, your art, your organizations, and anything else you've got in the works with the rest of the Orchard House community at this year's annual OHMS Homecoming Block Party! Contact Melody Scott at [email protected] to reserve a free table.

Our Faculty and Staff are gearing up for an amazing 2026-2027 school year! During our annual Back-to-School meetings, we...
08/21/2026

Our Faculty and Staff are gearing up for an amazing 2026-2027 school year! During our annual Back-to-School meetings, we've welcomed new faculty, dedicated time to learning new skills, and had a little bit too much fun! We're looking forward to seeing familiar faces and new ones in a few short weeks.

Calling all former Gryphons - we want to know what you’ve been up to! Send us a recap of what’s been going on lately so ...
07/23/2026

Calling all former Gryphons - we want to know what you’ve been up to! Send us a recap of what’s been going on lately so we can let everyone know in the upcoming edition of the Orchard House Spotlight. (Link in bio!)

Emma Blake '12 has been a Gryphon for almost her entire life. "Orchard House has been a part of my life for as long as I...
06/03/2026

Emma Blake '12 has been a Gryphon for almost her entire life. "Orchard House has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. My Dad started working there when I was two years old, and I am grateful that 26 years later (!) it still remains an important part of my life." Read the full profile on our website in our alumnae highlights.

The school year isn't over until each student has had the chance to catch (or fumble) pancakes on the last day, expertly...
05/29/2026

The school year isn't over until each student has had the chance to catch (or fumble) pancakes on the last day, expertly flipped by Ms. Nott and Mr. Hollander.

Address

500 N Allen Avenue
Richmond, VA
23220

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+18042282436

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