Suckley Primary School
109%
Capacity
87
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Suckley Primary School
Suckley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Malvern Hills community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 87 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 80 places).
the school is led by headteacher Helen Field, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3982nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 34 in Malvern Hills.
Suckley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 16 applications for 11 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
Suckley Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.2/5 from 4 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (50 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Suckley Primary School include Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Tennis, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Choir, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Malvern Hills, Suckley 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Church Lane, Worcester, Malvern Hills, WR6 5DE |
| Headteacher | Helen Field |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 87 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.8% |
| School Capacity | 87 / 80 (109% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 May 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3982nd of 13,686
Nationally
383rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
10th of 34
In Malvern Hills
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
71%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
50 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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
16
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Suckley Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Church Lane, Worcester
Malvern Hills, WR6 5DE
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