Alvechurch CofE Middle School
100%
Capacity
438
Pupils
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Demand
About Alvechurch CofE Middle School
Alvechurch CofE Middle School holds a Good rating from Ofsted, a grade it has maintained across both its most recent graded inspection in 2012 and an ungraded inspection in 2025, where inspectors noted that the school had improved significantly. The school serves pupils aged 9 to 13 in the Worcestershire local authority, and its leadership and management, as well as overall effectiveness, were both judged Good. With 438 pupils on roll against a capacity of 440, the school is operating very close to full. The most informative academic metric available is the local authority’s average Progress 8 score, which stands at -0.21. While Alvechurch’s own Progress 8 score is not published in the data, the school’s sustained Good rating and the fact that it sits within a local authority where only six out of 47 secondary schools are rated Outstanding suggests it is a solid, reliable choice for families in the Bromsgrove area.
Parent feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% of respondents saying they would recommend the school. In the Parent View survey covering September 2024 to September 2025, 95% of parents agreed or strongly agreed that their child is happy at the school, and the same proportion felt their child is safe. On academic expectations, 87% agreed or strongly agreed that the school has high expectations for their child, and 98% felt their child does well. The school’s facilities include a theatre, music rooms, science labs, an astro turf pitch, and a chapel, reflecting its Church of England foundation. Clubs and activities are a strong point: 97% of parents agreed their child can take part in clubs, with options ranging from chess and coding to the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and orchestra.
The school has a clear set of SEND provisions, supporting pupils with specific learning difficulties like dyslexia, moderate learning difficulties, social, emotional and mental health needs, speech and language communication needs, visual impairment, and autistic spectrum disorder. In the Parent View survey, 87% of parents agreed that SEND children receive the support they need. With a relatively low percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals at 7.1%, the school draws from a broadly affluent catchment. Alvechurch CofE Middle School is a good fit for families seeking a middle school model within the Worcestershire system, particularly those who value a Church of England ethos, strong parental satisfaction, and a wide range of extracurricular opportunities. The school does not have a sixth form or nursery provision, and it is not a boarding school.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 9 to 13 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Birmingham Road, Birmingham, Bromsgrove, B48 7TA |
| Headteacher | David Snell |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 438 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.1% |
| School Capacity | 438 / 440 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Apr 2025): Improved significantly
Source: Ofsted, 18 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
90 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
12Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
15Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Class profile
2024/25Better than half of schools in England.
Half of schools in England do better than this.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Lower-disadvantage intake compared to the national average (25%).
Below most schools — predominantly English as first language.
Ethnic background
- White British89.3%
- Mixed5.9%
- Asian1.8%
- White (other)1.6%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Attendance & Behaviour
2024/25Better than 75% of schools in England.
Better than 75% of schools in England.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
Better than half of schools in England.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Like most schools in England, no pupils were permanently excluded this year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
2
Total schools
1
Oversubscribed
1
Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alvechurch CofE Middle School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
School Admissions Timeline 2026/27
Key dates for primary, secondary and nursery applications
Contact Information
Birmingham Road, Birmingham
Bromsgrove, B48 7TA
Journey to School
Journey times are estimates based on current conditions. Actual times may vary.
Opening Hours
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