Meadows First School
99%
Capacity
348
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Meadows First School
Meadows First School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bromsgrove community, welcoming children from age 4 to 9. The school has 348 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 350 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Leigh Satchwell, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
Meadows First School is a popular choice with families — it received 161 applications for 59 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 106 were first-preference applications.
Meadows First School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (44 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Meadows First School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Football, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Book Club, Gardening, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromsgrove, Meadows First 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 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Stourbridge Road, Bromsgrove, Bromsgrove, B61 0AH |
| Headteacher | Leigh Satchwell |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 348 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.1% |
| School Capacity | 348 / 350 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (12 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 May 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
44 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
161
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
106 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Stourbridge Road, Bromsgrove
Bromsgrove, B61 0AH
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