Colwall CofE Primary School and Nursery
80%
Capacity
168
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Colwall CofE Primary School and Nursery
Colwall CofE Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Herefordshire, County of community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 168 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Colwall CofE Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gina Harrison, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8675th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
Colwall CofE Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 19 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Colwall CofE Primary School and Nursery include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Athletics, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Coding, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, Colwall CofE Primary School and Nursery 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 | Mill Lane, Malvern, Herefordshire, County of, WR13 6EQ |
| Headteacher | Gina Harrison |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 168 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.6% |
| School Capacity | 168 / 210 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 5 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8675th of 13,686
Nationally
869th of 1,378
In West Midlands
42nd of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
57%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed19
40
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mill Lane, Malvern
Herefordshire, County of, WR13 6EQ
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