Far Forest Lea Memorial CofE Primary School
64%
Capacity
89
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Far Forest Lea Memorial CofE Primary School
Far Forest Lea Memorial CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wyre Forest community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 89 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Far Forest Lea Memorial CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Shelley Reeves-Walters Mokshuda Begum-Hughes, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5575th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 27 in Wyre Forest.
Far Forest Lea Memorial CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 16 applications for 8 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
Far Forest Lea Memorial CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (19 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Far Forest Lea Memorial CofE Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Eco Club, Film Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wyre Forest, Far Forest Lea Memorial 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | New Road, Kidderminster, Wyre Forest, DY14 9TQ |
| Headteacher | Shelley Reeves-Walters Mokshuda Begum-Hughes |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 89 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.8% |
| School Capacity | 89 / 140 (64% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 May 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5575th of 13,686
Nationally
540th of 1,378
In West Midlands
9th of 27
In Wyre Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
19 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
16
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Far Forest Lea Memorial CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
New Road, Kidderminster
Wyre Forest, DY14 9TQ
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