Cropthorne-with-Charlton CofE First School
96%
Capacity
86
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Cropthorne-with-Charlton CofE First School
Cropthorne-with-Charlton CofE First School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wychavon community, welcoming children from age 5 to 10. The school has 86 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 90 places).
Ofsted has rated Cropthorne-with-Charlton CofE First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Denise Smith, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
Cropthorne-with-Charlton CofE First School is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 17 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cropthorne-with-Charlton CofE First School include Sensory Room, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Library, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Rounders, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wychavon, Cropthorne-with-Charlton CofE 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 | 5 to 10 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Main Street, Main Road, Pershore, Wychavon, WR10 3NB |
| Headteacher | Denise Smith |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 86 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.0% |
| School Capacity | 86 / 90 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Oct 2014. 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
26
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Main Street, Main Road, Pershore
Wychavon, WR10 3NB
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