Pendock CofE Primary School
82%
Capacity
46
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Pendock CofE Primary School
Pendock CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Malvern Hills community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 46 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 56 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Pendock CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hannah Moon, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 13% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13627th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 34 in Malvern Hills.
Pendock CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 12 applications for 4 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Pendock CofE Primary School include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Rounders, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Film Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Malvern Hills, Pendock 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | School Lane, Gloucester, Malvern Hills, GL19 3PW |
| Headteacher | Hannah Moon |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 46 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.9% |
| School Capacity | 46 / 56 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (13%)
13627th of 13,686
Nationally
1374th of 1,378
In West Midlands
33rd of 34
In Malvern Hills
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
13%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
13%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed4
12
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
4 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% 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, Gloucester
Malvern Hills, GL19 3PW
Journey to School
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