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Stottesdon CofE Primary School

Kidderminster, DY14 8UE · Shropshire · primary school

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Mixed Primary Church of England
5.7/10 Broadly average

28th of 97 primary schools in Shropshire we can score, 127 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 the 3,383 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.9/10 among them, against 5.7/10 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
MeasurePercentileWeightAdds
Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 67.0 · 57 62% 3.50
Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 8.0 · 57 38% 2.19

Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.

Stottesdon CofE Primary School overview

How it's doing

In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 8.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.9 out of 10 among them, against 5.7 out of 10 nationally.

Beyond the classroom

Pupils join craft, cooking, board games, and gardening clubs. Sports include netball, basketball, rugby, multi-sport, and athletics. Music offers orchestra, violin, cello, keyboard/piano, flute, recorder, clarinet, and choir. An after-school club is available.

Getting in

The published school roll is 118 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 manage class sizes when the roll exceeds the designated capacity? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard in core subjects? How are the various music and sports activities scheduled to ensure all interested pupils can participate?

AI-assisted overview based on this school's published results, inspection record and official website. Sources and dates are shown throughout this page. Verify information that could change directly with the school.

What Ofsted said about Stottesdon CofE Primary School

Inspection report dated 8 September 2025

Overview

Stottesdon CofE Primary School is described as a “kind and caring” institution where pupils are happy and well-supported. The report highlights “exceptional” personal development, with pupils acting as “agents of change” and demonstrating impressive character. While the quality of education, behaviour, and leadership are judged as good, the school is noted for its strong community spirit and effective support for pupils with special educational needs.

Strengths

  • Pupils display “impressive character” and actively contribute to their community, such as by tidying litter and supporting younger children.
  • Early years provision is strong, with children forming “close relationships with key adults” and beginning to read from their first days.
  • Attendance has improved significantly, with the school working effectively with parents to value daily attendance.
  • Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are “successfully included in all aspects of school life” and benefit from strong partnerships with parents and agencies.
  • The curriculum offers “exciting opportunities” to develop talents, including trips to London that “bring learning to life.”

Areas to improve

  • The school must support all pupils to write effectively, as some do not form letters or punctuate correctly, while others struggle to apply grammar and spelling knowledge accurately.
  • Teaching needs to consistently address gaps and misconceptions in pupils’ knowledge, as some pupils continue to make persistent errors that affect their achievement.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

This is an AI-assisted summary of the official Ofsted report, not a statement written by Ofsted. Check the full official report before making a decision.
Expected standard
67%
2024/25
Higher standard
8%
2024/25
Demand
×1.13
1st prefs per place, 2026/27
Free school meals
7%
vs 25% across England

Results over time

Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.

79% 2022/23
94% 2023/24
67% 2024/25
64% England
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) for Stottesdon CofE Primary School
YearExpected standard (reading, writing, maths)
2022/2379%
2023/2494%
2024/2567%
England64%

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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