Grimley and Holt CofE Primary School
88%
Capacity
92
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Grimley and Holt CofE Primary School
Grimley and Holt CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Malvern Hills community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 92 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Grimley and Holt CofE Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Lock, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6149th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 34 in Malvern Hills.
Grimley and Holt CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 19 applications for 10 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
Grimley and Holt CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (39 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Grimley and Holt CofE Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Cricket, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Film Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Malvern Hills, Grimley and Holt 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 | Grimley, Worcester, Malvern Hills, WR2 6LU |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Lock |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 92 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.0% |
| School Capacity | 92 / 105 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 May 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6149th of 13,686
Nationally
604th of 1,378
In West Midlands
17th of 34
In Malvern Hills
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
39 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
19
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Grimley and Holt CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Grimley, Worcester
Malvern Hills, WR2 6LU
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