Upper Arley CofE Primary School
69%
Capacity
72
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About Upper Arley CofE Primary School
Upper Arley CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wyre Forest community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 72 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Upper Arley CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Low, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9260th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 27 in Wyre Forest.
Upper Arley CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 8 applications for 7 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
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 Upper Arley CofE Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Forest School, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Netball, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wyre Forest, Upper Arley 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Upper Arley, Bewdley, Wyre Forest, DY12 1XA |
| Headteacher | Louise Low |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 72 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.9% |
| School Capacity | 72 / 105 (69% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9260th of 13,686
Nationally
940th of 1,378
In West Midlands
17th of 27
In Wyre Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
30%
'23/24
56%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
8
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (88% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Upper Arley, Bewdley
Wyre Forest, DY12 1XA
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