Bewdley Primary School
Bewdley, DY12 1BL · Worcestershire · primary school
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21st of 113 primary schools in Worcestershire we can score, 180 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.5/10 against 3,211 of them, against 6.8/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 69.0 · 63 | 62% | 3.86 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 38% | 2.98 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bewdley Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 13.0% against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Lego, Craft, and Chess clubs, or take part in football, basketball, dance, gymnastics, multi sports, tag rugby, cricket, and netball. Trips include a visit to Hartlebury Castle, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 431 pupils against a stated capacity of 460. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in maths? What are the specific entry criteria for the current academic year? How is the after-school club structured for children needing care until 5:30 pm?
What Ofsted said about Bewdley Primary School
Overview
Bewdley Primary School is described as a “friendly, happy community” where pupils feel safe and staff are caring. While behaviour and personal development are strong, the quality of education and leadership require improvement due to inconsistent curriculum implementation and insufficient oversight.
Strengths
- Pupils are “considerate and kind” and the school maintains high expectations for behaviour, with bullying being rare.
- Reading is effectively prioritised, with staff well trained in phonics and a new library fostering a “love of reading”.
- Early years provision is good, with children settling quickly into routines and benefiting from a well-sequenced curriculum.
- The school provides broad opportunities, including community celebrations, trips, and clubs, which pupils enjoy.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is accurate and effective, helping them catch up.
Areas to improve
- Staff subject knowledge, particularly in mathematics, needs development to ensure the curriculum is implemented consistently and misconceptions are addressed.
- Subject leaders must develop expertise to accurately monitor curriculum delivery and impact across the school.
- Governors need to hold leaders to account more effectively to improve the overall quality of education.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 42% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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