Nunnery Wood Primary School
94%
Capacity
394
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Nunnery Wood Primary School
Nunnery Wood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Worcester community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 394 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Nunnery Wood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Higgins, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8379th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 18 in Worcester.
Nunnery Wood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 102 applications for 44 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 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 Nunnery Wood Primary School include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Athletics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Film Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Worcester, Nunnery Wood 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Prestwich Avenue, Worcester, Worcester, WR5 1QE |
| Headteacher | Rachel Higgins |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 394 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.5% |
| School Capacity | 394 / 420 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Dec 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8379th of 13,686
Nationally
834th of 1,378
In West Midlands
8th of 18
In Worcester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
58%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
102
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 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.
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Contact Information
Prestwich Avenue, Worcester
Worcester, WR5 1QE
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