Dyson Perrins CofE Academy
Malvern, WR14 1WD · Worcestershire · secondary school
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22nd of 31 secondary schools in Worcestershire we can score, 45 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 — 4.3/10 against 600 of them, against 2.9/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 27.5 · 11 | 30% | 0.33 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.05 · 54 | 25% | 1.35 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 40.5 · 22 | 10% | 0.22 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Dyson Perrins CofE Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 37.3% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 43.8, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.05 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Art Club, Eco-Club, Engage, Faith on Fridays, Keyboard Club/Music Tech, Singing Club, Ukulele, and Youth Alpha. Sports include Badminton, Football, Kinball, Fitness, Volleyball, and Rugby. Music groups include Concert Band, Rock Band, and Voices Of Change And Light. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 592 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,040. 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 to close the gap between the current Attainment 8 and the national median? What specific support is available for pupils aiming to improve their Progress 8 scores? How does the school integrate
What Ofsted said about Dyson Perrins CofE Academy
Overview
The report describes Dyson Perrins CofE Academy as an inclusive school where pupils are "happy and feel safe." Leaders have fostered a culture that "celebrates difference," resulting in respectful behaviour and strong personal development. The school is judged as "Good" across all key categories, with particular praise for its support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and its careers education.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and builds effectively on prior knowledge, with most pupils able to link previous learning to new concepts.
- Pupils with SEND are "well supported" through close collaboration with parents and external agencies, including specialist autism awareness support.
- The school offers a "strong" wider development programme, including extensive pupil leadership roles and extra-curricular activities like the ‘fun fit’ programme.
- Careers education is a "strength," providing comprehensive guidance that has led to more pupils successfully entering post-16 courses.
- Staff maintain "high expectations" for pupils, who respond with "calm and friendly" behaviour and active participation in school life.
Areas to improve
- Some teachers do not consistently check pupils’ understanding before introducing new learning, allowing "gaps in knowledge" to widen.
- Persistent absence means some pupils miss out on the "good quality of education" they are entitled to.
- The current reading programme and book choices are not yet creating an "enjoyment of reading" among pupils.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with a "culture of vigilance" ensuring staff identify risks quickly and pupils know who to speak to if they have concerns.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 41.6 |
| 2024/25 | 43.8 |
| 2025/26 | 40.5 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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