St James' CofE Primary School
Malvern, WR14 4BB · Worcestershire · primary school
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52nd 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 — 5.0/10 against 3,495 of them, against 4.9/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| 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.
St James' CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% 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% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.9 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2025.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Coding, Blue Peter Badge Club, Crochet Club, and Book Club, with an after-school club also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 35 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 reach the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children who need extra help in maths? How does the small class size impact individual attention during lessons?
What Ofsted said about St James' CofE Primary School
Overview
St James’ CofE Primary School has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection.” The report describes a “friendly and welcoming” environment where pupils “flourish and become confident individuals” and achieve well. Leaders are “well led and managed,” fostering a united staff team and effective governance.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy “warm, respectful relationships” and feel safe, with older pupils looking after younger ones.
- The curriculum is “ambitious for all pupils,” with clear sequencing that helps learners build on prior knowledge.
- Teachers possess “strong subject knowledge” and skilfully adapt learning to meet individual needs.
- Children in Reception get a “strong start,” developing perseverance and self-directed activity skills.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities have their needs “swiftly identified” and receive effective support.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure the curriculum is “consistently implemented as well as it is intended.”
- In a small number of lessons, information is not presented clearly or built on effectively, meaning pupils “do not learn as well as they could.”
- All staff require support to implement the curriculum effectively to reduce variability in delivery.
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 | 36% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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