Hanley Swan St Gabriel's with St Mary's CofE Primary School
110%
Capacity
115
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Hanley Swan St Gabriel's with St Mary's CofE Primary School
Hanley Swan St Gabriel's with St Mary's 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 115 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Hanley Swan St Gabriel's with St Mary's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Adrian Pratley, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 88% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 493rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 34 in Malvern Hills.
Hanley Swan St Gabriel's with St Mary's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 16 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
Hanley Swan St Gabriel's with St Mary's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (42 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hanley Swan St Gabriel's with St Mary's CofE Primary School include Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Coding, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Malvern Hills, Hanley Swan St Gabriel's with St Mary's 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 | Welland Road, Hanley Swan, Malvern Hills, WR8 0EQ |
| Headteacher | Adrian Pratley |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 115 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.2% |
| School Capacity | 115 / 105 (110% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 13 Feb 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
493rd of 13,686
Nationally
48th of 1,378
In West Midlands
1st of 34
In Malvern Hills
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
88%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
88%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
42 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
2025/26Oversubscribed16
39
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 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 Hanley Swan St Gabriel's with St Mary's CofE Primary School
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Welland Road, Hanley Swan
Malvern Hills, WR8 0EQ
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