Arrow Valley First School
65%
Capacity
152
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Arrow Valley First School
Arrow Valley 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 152 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Arrow Valley First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Callanan, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
Arrow Valley First School is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 24 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
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 Arrow Valley First School include Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Cricket, Athletics, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Art Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Redditch, Arrow Valley 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 | Colts Lane, Redditch, Redditch, B98 0LH |
| Headteacher | Sarah Callanan |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 152 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.6% |
| School Capacity | 152 / 234 (65% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
43
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Colts Lane, Redditch
Redditch, B98 0LH
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