Pinvin CofE Academy
Pershore, WR10 2ER · Worcestershire · primary school
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101st 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.4/10 against 2,690 of them, against 0.8/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 37.0 · 6 | 40% | 0.24 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Pinvin CofE Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 37.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.8 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024.
Beyond the classroom
The school offers a breakfast club and an after-school club. Recent trips included Year 5 to the Pioneer Centre, Year 6 to London, and Year 7 to Paris in 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 220 pupils against a stated capacity of 433. 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 below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to help students progress towards the higher standard? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the current attainment gap?
What Ofsted said about Pinvin CofE Academy
Overview
Pinvin CofE First School is described as a ‘caring community where we look after each other’, with church values shining through in all aspects of life. Since the previous inspection, leaders have implemented significant changes, resulting in a ‘good quality of education’ and a clear vision with high expectations for all pupils.
Strengths
- Pupils are happy, feel safe, and behave well, treating others with respect.
- Early years provision is strong, with ‘clear routines and high expectations’ helping children settle quickly and become confident learners.
- The phonics programme is ‘well planned’, with expert staff using assessment to provide quick, effective support for those needing extra help.
- Staff know pupils extremely well, fostering highly positive relationships and providing good support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Leaders consider staff workload carefully, ensuring they are supported and not burdened unnecessarily.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure chosen activities support pupils to ‘remember more across the curriculum’, as some work does not currently aid retention of essential learning.
- Teachers must consistently address basic grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors to ensure pupils present work to a ‘high standard’ with pride.
- Leaders should continue working closely with families to reduce persistent absence, as ‘too many pupils are regularly absent from school’.
Safeguarding
The report states that ‘the arrangements for safeguarding are effective’ and that leaders swiftly addressed previous concerns to ensure a robust system is in place.
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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