Bishop Hooper Church of England Primary School
101%
Capacity
106
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Bishop Hooper Church of England Primary School
Bishop Hooper Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Shropshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 106 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bishop Hooper Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anna Gittins, it falls under Shropshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10733rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 64th out of 88 in Shropshire.
Bishop Hooper Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 15 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
Bishop Hooper Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (18 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bishop Hooper Church of England Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Gymnastics, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Choir, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Shropshire, Bishop Hooper Church of England 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Shropshire, Ashford Carbonel, Ludlow, Shropshire, SY8 4BX |
| Headteacher | Anna Gittins |
| Local Authority | Shropshire |
| Number of Pupils | 106 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.6% |
| School Capacity | 106 / 105 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10733rd of 13,686
Nationally
1118th of 1,378
In West Midlands
64th of 88
In Shropshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
18 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
27
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bishop Hooper Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Shropshire, Ashford Carbonel, Ludlow
Shropshire, SY8 4BX
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