Somers Park Primary School
95%
Capacity
607
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Somers Park Primary School
Somers Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Malvern Hills community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 607 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 640 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Somers Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Christopher Hansen, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8669th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 34 in Malvern Hills.
Somers Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 67 applications for 37 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Somers Park Primary School include Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Rounders, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Eco Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Malvern Hills, Somers Park 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Somers Park Avenue, Malvern, Malvern Hills, WR14 1SE |
| Headteacher | Christopher Hansen |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 607 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.4% |
| School Capacity | 607 / 640 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8669th of 13,686
Nationally
866th of 1,378
In West Midlands
23rd of 34
In Malvern Hills
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
57%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed37
67
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Somers Park Avenue, Malvern
Malvern Hills, WR14 1SE
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