Birchen Coppice Academy
87%
Capacity
183
Pupils
1.0x
Demand
About Birchen Coppice Academy
Birchen Coppice Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wyre Forest community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 183 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Birchen Coppice Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Sandra Pennington, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 22% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13507th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 27 in Wyre Forest.
The school has 16 places available and received 16 applications, meaning most applicants are likely to secure a place.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Birchen Coppice Academy include Library, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Athletics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Science Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 71.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wyre Forest, Birchen Coppice Academy 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Woodbury Road, Kidderminster, Wyre Forest, DY11 7JJ |
| Headteacher | Sandra Pennington |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 183 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 71.3% |
| School Capacity | 183 / 210 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (22%)
13507th of 13,686
Nationally
1364th of 1,378
In West Midlands
27th of 27
In Wyre Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
22%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
29%
'23/24
22%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/2616
16
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (81% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Woodbury Road, Kidderminster
Wyre Forest, DY11 7JJ
Woodbury Road, Kidderminster
Wyre Forest, DY11 7JJ
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