Madresfield CofE Primary School
90%
Capacity
94
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Madresfield CofE Primary School
Madresfield CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Malvern Hills community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 94 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Madresfield CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Hibell, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 18% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13587th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 34 in Malvern Hills.
Madresfield CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 12 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 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 Madresfield CofE Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Gymnastics, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Gardening, Eco Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Malvern Hills, Madresfield 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | 40 Madresfield Village, Malvern, Malvern Hills, WR13 5AA |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Hibell |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 94 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.7% |
| School Capacity | 94 / 105 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (18%)
13587th of 13,686
Nationally
1370th of 1,378
In West Midlands
32nd of 34
In Malvern Hills
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
18%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
18%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
32
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
40 Madresfield Village, Malvern
Malvern Hills, WR13 5AA
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