Wellesbourne CofE Primary School
111%
Capacity
467
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Wellesbourne CofE Primary School
Wellesbourne CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Stratford-on-Avon community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 467 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wellesbourne CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tim Hewitt, it falls under Warwickshire 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 10003rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 52 in Stratford-on-Avon.
Wellesbourne CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 59 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wellesbourne CofE Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Football, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stratford-on-Avon, Wellesbourne 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 | Mountford Close, Warwick, Stratford-on-Avon, CV35 9QG |
| Headteacher | Tim Hewitt |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 467 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.2% |
| School Capacity | 467 / 420 (111% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 12 Apr 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10003rd of 13,686
Nationally
1028th of 1,378
In West Midlands
38th of 52
In Stratford-on-Avon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
95
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mountford Close, Warwick
Stratford-on-Avon, CV35 9QG
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