St James' CofE Primary School
39%
Capacity
41
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St James' CofE Primary School
St James' CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Malvern Hills community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 41 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (39% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated St James' CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jen Alford, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9820th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 34 in Malvern Hills.
St James' CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 6 applications for 3 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
St James' CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (14 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St James' CofE Primary School include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Dance, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Malvern Hills, St James' 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | West Malvern Road, Malvern, Malvern Hills, WR14 4BB |
| Headteacher | Jen Alford |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 41 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.1% |
| School Capacity | 41 / 105 (39% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 May 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 May 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9820th of 13,686
Nationally
1003rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
28th of 34
In Malvern Hills
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
36%
'23/24
53%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
14 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed3
6
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St James' CofE 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
West Malvern Road, Malvern
Malvern Hills, WR14 4BB
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