Burford CofE Primary School
99%
Capacity
144
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Burford CofE Primary School
Burford CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Shropshire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 144 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 145 places).
Ofsted has rated Burford CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Partridge, it falls under Shropshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10365th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 62nd out of 88 in Shropshire.
Burford CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 24 applications for 16 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Burford CofE Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cross Country, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Science Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Shropshire, Burford CofE 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Forresters Road, Tenbury Wells, Shropshire, WR15 8AT |
| Headteacher | Emma Partridge |
| Local Authority | Shropshire |
| Number of Pupils | 144 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.4% |
| School Capacity | 144 / 145 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10365th of 13,686
Nationally
1074th of 1,378
In West Midlands
62nd of 88
In Shropshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
52%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
24
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Burford CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Forresters Road, Tenbury Wells
Shropshire, WR15 8AT
Journey to School
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