Abbeywood First School
96%
Capacity
287
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Abbeywood First School
Abbeywood First School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Redditch community, welcoming children from age 3 to 9. The school has 287 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 300 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Abbeywood First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Zoe Gilmour, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
Abbeywood First School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 36 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
Abbeywood First School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (34 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Abbeywood First School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Swimming, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Choir, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Redditch, Abbeywood First School is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Wood Piece Lane, Redditch, Redditch, B98 9LR |
| Headteacher | Zoe Gilmour |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 287 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.9% |
| School Capacity | 287 / 300 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 May 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
34 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed36
58
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wood Piece Lane, Redditch
Redditch, B98 9LR
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