Wrestlingworth CofE Infant School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary controlled school |
| Age Range | 4-7 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Church Lane Wrestlingworth Sandy Bedfordshire SG19 2EU |
| Reference Number | 109609 |
Wrestlingworth CofE VC Lower School has shown solid performance across multiple areas, achieving a 'Good' rating in overall effectiveness, education quality, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. This marks a notable shift from its previous outstanding rating from 15 years ago when it was last inspected. The school has implemented a broad and ambitious curriculum, although it is in the early stages of being introduced in some subjects. The strong relationships between pupils and staff foster a positive and safe school environment where students feel happy and engaged in their learning. Despite the strengths observed, there are areas for improvement, particularly regarding the new curriculum delivery and consistency across classes, as some staff require further training. Additionally, the school has identified a need for greater extracurricular opportunities for students to develop their interests, which it aims to enhance going forward. Overall, the school is navigating the complexities of change with a well-informed leadership that understands its priorities and is working diligently to address these challenges.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 52 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 57.69%
Girls: 42.31% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 7.7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 1.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 17.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 17.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11 | 5 | 16 |
| 2 | 7 | 12 | 19 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 88.5% |
| White, Other | 3.8% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.9% |
| White & Asian | 1.9% |
| African | 1.9% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 29 Nov 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 29 Nov 2023 | School inspection: |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 06 Jun 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Jun 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong emphasis on outdoor learning.
- Positive relationships between pupils and staff.
- Well-taught phonics leading to good reading foundations.
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs.
- High levels of pupil enjoyment and strong attendance.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistency in curriculum delivery across some subjects.
- Need for more opportunities for pupils to engage in school clubs.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 5 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 5 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Sutton CofE VA Primary School
High Street, Sutton, Bedfordshire, SG19 2NE |
2.23 miles |
|
Guilden Morden CofE Primary Academy
Pound Green, Guilden Morden, Nr Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 0JZ |
2.31 miles |
|
Dunton CofE Junior School
High Street, Dunton, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 8RN |
2.4 miles |
|
Potton Primary School
Mill Lane, Potton, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 2PG |
2.78 miles |
|
Gamlingay Village Primary
Station Road, Sandy, SG19 3HD |
3.15 miles |
|
Steeple Morden CofE VC Primary School
7 Hay Street, Steeple Morden, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 0PD |
3.41 miles |
|
Everton Heath Primary School
33 Potton Road, Everton, Nr Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 2LE |
4.06 miles |
|
Lawnside Academy
Lawnside, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 0LX |
4.22 miles |
|
Biggleswade Academy
Mead End, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 8JU |
4.33 miles |
|
St Andrew's CofE VC Primary School
Brunts Lane, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 0LY |
4.58 miles |
|
Ashwell Primary School
Silver Street, Ashwell, Baldock, Hertfordshire, SG7 5QL |
4.86 miles |
|
Bassingbourn Primary School
Brook Road, Bassingbourn, Bassingbourn Cp School, Brook Road, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5NP |
4.94 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
OneSchool Global UK - Biggleswade Campus
The Oaks, Potton Road, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 0EP |
3.13 miles |
|
Edward Peake CofE VC School
Potton Road, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 0EJ |
3.8 miles |
|
Ivel Valley School & College
Hitchmead Road, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 0NL |
3.92 miles |
|
Stratton School
Eagle Farm Road, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 8JB |
4.02 miles |