Tenbury CofE Primary School
96%
Capacity
233
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Tenbury CofE Primary School
Tenbury CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Malvern Hills community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 233 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 242 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Tenbury CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kerri Phelps, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1612th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 34 in Malvern Hills.
Tenbury CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 22 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 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 Tenbury CofE Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Art Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Malvern Hills, Tenbury 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Bromyard Road, Tenbury Wells, Malvern Hills, WR15 8BS |
| Headteacher | Kerri Phelps |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 233 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.7% |
| School Capacity | 233 / 242 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1612th of 13,686
Nationally
158th of 1,378
In West Midlands
3rd of 34
In Malvern Hills
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
80%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
32
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
22 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.
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Contact Information
Bromyard Road, Tenbury Wells
Malvern Hills, WR15 8BS
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