St Ambrose Catholic Primary
83%
Capacity
197
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About St Ambrose Catholic Primary
St Ambrose Catholic Primary is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wyre Forest community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 197 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Ambrose Catholic Primary "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Brocklesby, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7135th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 27 in Wyre Forest.
St Ambrose Catholic Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 28 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Ambrose Catholic Primary include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Forest School, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Drama, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wyre Forest, St Ambrose Catholic Primary 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Leswell Street, Saint Ambrose School, Kidderminster, Wyre Forest, DY10 1RP |
| Headteacher | Emma Brocklesby |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 197 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.8% |
| School Capacity | 197 / 236 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7135th of 13,686
Nationally
704th of 1,378
In West Midlands
11th of 27
In Wyre Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
62%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
53
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Ambrose Catholic Primary
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Contact Information
Leswell Street, Saint Ambrose School, Kidderminster
Wyre Forest, DY10 1RP
Leswell Street, Saint Ambrose School, Kidderminster
Wyre Forest, DY10 1RP
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