Perry Wood Primary and Nursery School
80%
Capacity
389
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Perry Wood Primary and Nursery School
Perry Wood Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Worcester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 389 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 484 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Perry Wood Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Suzanne Beston, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2186th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 18 in Worcester.
Perry Wood Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 41 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Perry Wood Primary and Nursery School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Netball, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Drama, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Worcester, Perry Wood Primary and Nursery 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | St Albans Close, Worcester, Worcester, WR5 1PP |
| Headteacher | Suzanne Beston |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 389 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.3% |
| School Capacity | 389 / 484 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 May 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2186th of 13,686
Nationally
220th of 1,378
In West Midlands
1st of 18
In Worcester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
77%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
70
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
St Albans Close, Worcester
Worcester, WR5 1PP
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