Great Malvern Primary School
91%
Capacity
340
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Great Malvern Primary School
Great Malvern Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Malvern Hills community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 340 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 372 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Great Malvern Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Green, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11357th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 34 in Malvern Hills.
Great Malvern Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 38 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
Great Malvern Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 80% recommending the school (20 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 Great Malvern Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Forest School, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Dance, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 57.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Malvern Hills, Great Malvern 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Lydes Road, Malvern, Malvern Hills, WR14 2BY |
| Headteacher | Sarah Green |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 340 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.9% |
| School Capacity | 340 / 372 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Oct 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11357th of 13,686
Nationally
1179th of 1,378
In West Midlands
31st of 34
In Malvern Hills
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
47%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
20 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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
47
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (81% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Great Malvern Primary School
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Contact Information
Lydes Road, Malvern
Malvern Hills, WR14 2BY
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