Charford First School
97%
Capacity
504
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Charford First School
Charford First School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bromsgrove community, welcoming children from age 2 to 9. The school has 504 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 521 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Charford First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Forrest, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
Charford First School is a popular choice with families — it received 141 applications for 86 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 70 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Charford First School include Playing Fields, Library, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Rounders, Athletics, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromsgrove, Charford 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 | 2 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Charford Road, Bromsgrove, Bromsgrove, B60 3NH |
| Headteacher | Alison Forrest |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 504 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.0% |
| School Capacity | 504 / 521 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jan 2018. 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed86
141
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
70 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Charford Road, Bromsgrove
Bromsgrove, B60 3NH
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