Leigh and Bransford Primary School
86%
Capacity
181
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Leigh and Bransford Primary School
Leigh and Bransford Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Malvern Hills community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 181 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Leigh and Bransford Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher S Bill, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4080th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 34 in Malvern Hills.
Leigh and Bransford Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 24 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Leigh and Bransford Primary School include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Dance, Football, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Film Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Malvern Hills, Leigh and Bransford 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Hoopers Close, Malvern, Malvern Hills, WR13 5DX |
| Headteacher | S Bill |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 181 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.3% |
| School Capacity | 181 / 210 (86% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4080th of 13,686
Nationally
391st of 1,378
In West Midlands
11th of 34
In Malvern Hills
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
70%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leigh and Bransford Primary School
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Contact Information
Hoopers Close, Malvern
Malvern Hills, WR13 5DX
Journey to School
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