Kinlet CofE Primary School
80%
Capacity
45
Pupils
5.4x
Demand
About Kinlet CofE Primary School
Kinlet CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Shropshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 45 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 56 places).
Ofsted has rated Kinlet CofE Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Alison Davies, it falls under Shropshire local authority.
Kinlet CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 5 places, making it 5.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 5 were first-preference applications.
Kinlet CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 70% recommending the school (10 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Kinlet CofE Primary School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Dance, Cross Country, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Shropshire, Kinlet 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 | School Lane, Bewdley, Kinlet, Shropshire, DY12 3BG |
| Headteacher | Alison Davies |
| Local Authority | Shropshire |
| Number of Pupils | 45 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.7% |
| School Capacity | 45 / 56 (80% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
10 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed5
27
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
5 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Lane, Bewdley, Kinlet
Shropshire, DY12 3BG
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