Alveley Primary School
98%
Capacity
117
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About Alveley Primary School
Alveley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Shropshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 117 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 119 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Alveley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher P O'Malley, it falls under Shropshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2540th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 88 in Shropshire.
Alveley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 23 applications for 20 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
Alveley Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 73% recommending the school (48 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Alveley Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Library, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Cross Country, Athletics, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Film Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Shropshire, Alveley Primary 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Daddlebrook Road, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV15 6JT |
| Headteacher | P O'Malley |
| Local Authority | Shropshire |
| Number of Pupils | 117 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.6% |
| School Capacity | 117 / 119 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Oct 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2540th of 13,686
Nationally
251st of 1,378
In West Midlands
13th of 88
In Shropshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
76%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
48 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
23
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (87% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alveley Primary School
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Contact Information
Daddlebrook Road, Bridgnorth
Shropshire, WV15 6JT
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