Farlow CofE Primary School
50%
Capacity
28
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Farlow CofE Primary School
Farlow CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Shropshire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 28 pupils on roll, operating at 50% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Farlow CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Davies, it falls under Shropshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13120th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 85th out of 88 in Shropshire.
Farlow CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 9 applications for 5 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 5 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Farlow CofE Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Rounders, Football, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Shropshire, Farlow 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Farlow, Kidderminster, Shropshire, DY14 0RQ |
| Headteacher | Alison Davies |
| Local Authority | Shropshire |
| Number of Pupils | 28 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.1% |
| School Capacity | 28 / 56 (50% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 22 May 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13120th of 13,686
Nationally
1338th of 1,378
In West Midlands
85th of 88
In Shropshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
33%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
20%
'23/24
33%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed5
9
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
5 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Farlow, Kidderminster
Shropshire, DY14 0RQ
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