St Anne's CofE VC Primary School
82%
Capacity
246
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About St Anne's CofE VC Primary School
St Anne's CofE VC Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wyre Forest community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 246 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 300 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Anne's CofE VC Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Harvey, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12377th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 27 in Wyre Forest.
St Anne's CofE VC Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 30 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
St Anne's CofE VC Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 87% recommending the school (67 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 St Anne's CofE VC Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cross Country, Swimming, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wyre Forest, St Anne's CofE VC 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 | Church of England |
| Address | St Anne's CofE VC Primary School, Bewdley, Wyre Forest, DY12 2UQ |
| Headteacher | Joanne Harvey |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 246 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.4% |
| School Capacity | 246 / 300 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12377th of 13,686
Nationally
1274th of 1,378
In West Midlands
25th of 27
In Wyre Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
41%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
67 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
44
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (73% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Anne's CofE VC Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
St Anne's CofE VC Primary School, Bewdley
Wyre Forest, DY12 2UQ
St Anne's CofE VC Primary School, Bewdley
Wyre Forest, DY12 2UQ
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