Bitterley CofE Primary School (Aided)
75%
Capacity
97
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Bitterley CofE Primary School (Aided)
Bitterley CofE Primary School (Aided) is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Shropshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 97 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bitterley CofE Primary School (Aided) "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jill France, it falls under Shropshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7024th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 88 in Shropshire.
Bitterley CofE Primary School (Aided) is a popular choice with families — it received 20 applications for 7 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Visual Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bitterley CofE Primary School (Aided) include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cross Country, Tennis, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Gardening, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Shropshire, Bitterley CofE Primary School (Aided) 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 | Bitterley, Ludlow, Shropshire, SY8 3HF |
| Headteacher | Jill France |
| Local Authority | Shropshire |
| Number of Pupils | 97 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.9% |
| School Capacity | 97 / 130 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7024th of 13,686
Nationally
687th of 1,378
In West Midlands
39th of 88
In Shropshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
62%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
20
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bitterley, Ludlow
Shropshire, SY8 3HF
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