Martley CofE Primary School
100%
Capacity
140
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Martley CofE Primary School
Martley CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Malvern Hills community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 140 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 140 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Martley CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lucy Cox, 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 4228th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 34 in Malvern Hills.
Martley CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 20 applications for 9 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Martley CofE Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Rounders, Dance, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Book Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Malvern Hills, Martley 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Martley, Worcester, Malvern Hills, WR6 6QA |
| Headteacher | Lucy Cox |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 140 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.3% |
| School Capacity | 140 / 140 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4228th of 13,686
Nationally
407th of 1,378
In West Midlands
12th 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
63%
'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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
20
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Martley, Worcester
Malvern Hills, WR6 6QA
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