Cradley CofE Primary School
58%
Capacity
81
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Cradley CofE Primary School
Cradley CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Herefordshire, County of community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 81 pupils on roll, operating at 58% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Cradley CofE Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Donna Jones, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 85% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 783rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
Cradley CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 19 applications for 11 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cradley CofE Primary School include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Cricket, Rounders, as well as clubs including Chess, Science Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, Cradley 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Cradley, Malvern, Herefordshire, County of, WR13 5NG |
| Headteacher | Donna Jones |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 81 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.4% |
| School Capacity | 81 / 140 (58% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (85%)
783rd of 13,686
Nationally
73rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
7th of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
85%
Expected Standard
23%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
85%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
19
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cradley CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Cradley, Malvern
Herefordshire, County of, WR13 5NG
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