Overbury CofE First School
90%
Capacity
81
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Overbury CofE First School
Overbury CofE First School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wychavon community, welcoming children from age 5 to 10. The school has 81 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 90 places).
Ofsted has rated Overbury CofE First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Ross, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
Overbury CofE First School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 11 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Overbury CofE First School include Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Dance, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Eco Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wychavon, Overbury CofE 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 | 5 to 10 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | School Lane, Tewkesbury, Wychavon, GL20 7NT |
| Headteacher | Emma Ross |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 81 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.5% |
| School Capacity | 81 / 90 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jun 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
38
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Lane, Tewkesbury
Wychavon, GL20 7NT
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