The Bewdley School
Bewdley, DY12 1BL · Worcestershire · secondary school
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17th 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 the 877 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.6/10 among them, against 4.2/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 41.4 · 41 | 46% | 1.89 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.07 · 45 | 38% | 1.73 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 43.7 · 38 | 15% | 0.58 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Bewdley School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 40.8% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 42.6, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 in 2023/24 was -0.07, indicating pupils did worse than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.4 out of 10 among them, against 4.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join The Discovery Society and the Community Action programme, take instrumental lessons, and enter photography competitions. Trips include visits to the Frank Chapman Centre and overseas destinations. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 970 pupils against a stated capacity of 958. 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
What support is available for pupils whose Progress 8 score is below the national benchmark? How does the after-school club integrate with the Community Action programme?
What Ofsted said about The Bewdley School
Overview
The Bewdley School is described as a "welcoming and inclusive" institution where pupils feel safe and supported. Leaders have strengthened the curriculum to be "more ambitious," resulting in positive outcomes for most students, though inconsistencies remain in supporting disadvantaged pupils.
Strengths
- Pupils settle quickly and benefit from "strong and effective pastoral care" that helps them engage positively with school life.
- The curriculum is "carefully sequenced" across all subjects, allowing pupils and sixth-form students to do well.
- There is a strong focus on reading, with a "purposeful and calm" ‘reading hub’ helping pupils become more fluent.
- Sixth-form students are "well integrated" into the school community and receive high-quality support for their development.
- Leaders hold "high expectations of pupils’ conduct," fostering an environment where students are respectful and kind.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure learning is adapted "effectively and consistently" for disadvantaged pupils, including those with SEND, to support sustained progress.
- Teachers need to check pupils’ understanding "consistently well" before moving on to new topics to prevent gaps in knowledge.
- Leaders must hold a more "accurate view of the impact of their work" to address inconsistencies in pupil experiences.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 46.9 |
| 2024/25 | 42.6 |
| 2025/26 | 43.7 |
| 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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