Malvern Wyche CofE Primary School
94%
Capacity
131
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Malvern Wyche CofE Primary School
Malvern Wyche 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 131 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Malvern Wyche CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stephen Murphy, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 86% 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 620th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 34 in Malvern Hills.
Malvern Wyche CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 12 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
Malvern Wyche CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (43 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Malvern Wyche CofE Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Football, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Film Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Malvern Hills, Malvern Wyche 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 | Lower Wyche Road, Malvern, Malvern Hills, WR14 4ET |
| Headteacher | Stephen Murphy |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 131 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.6% |
| School Capacity | 131 / 140 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Mar 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (86%)
620th of 13,686
Nationally
58th of 1,378
In West Midlands
2nd of 34
In Malvern Hills
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
86%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
86%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
43 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
33
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Malvern Wyche CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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Contact Information
Lower Wyche Road, Malvern
Malvern Hills, WR14 4ET
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