Malvern Wells CofE Primary School
88%
Capacity
92
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Malvern Wells CofE Primary School
Malvern Wells 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 Malvern Wells CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jen Alford, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11298th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 34 in Malvern Hills.
Malvern Wells CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 29 applications for 12 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Malvern Wells CofE Primary School include Forest School, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Cricket, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Eco Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Malvern Hills, Malvern Wells 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 | 263 Wells Road, Malvern Wells, Malvern Hills, WR14 4HF |
| Headteacher | Jen Alford |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 92 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.1% |
| School Capacity | 92 / 105 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11298th of 13,686
Nationally
1172nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
30th of 34
In Malvern Hills
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
47%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
29
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Malvern Wells CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
263 Wells Road, Malvern Wells
Malvern Hills, WR14 4HF
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