Meadows First School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 4-9 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Stourbridge Road Bromsgrove Worcestershire B61 0AH |
| Reference Number | 116662 |
Meadows First School continues to perform exceptionally well, maintaining the high standards from its last inspection. Pupils thrive in a supportive and respectful environment, where leaders demonstrate a deep understanding of individual pupil needs, ensuring tailored educational experiences. The ambitious curriculum, particularly in early English, and the effective provision for pupils with special educational needs contribute to the school’s strong overall performance. The nurturing atmosphere encourages pupils to enjoy their learning, while their high levels of respect and courtesy are evident in school interactions.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 348 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 47.41%
Girls: 52.59% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 12.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.6% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 27.6 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 29.8 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 25 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 29 | 31 | 60 |
| 2 | 21 | 39 | 60 |
| 3 | 35 | 30 | 65 |
| 4 | 31 | 29 | 60 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 82.8% |
| Unclassified | 4% |
| White, Other | 2.3% |
| White & Asian | 2% |
| Mixed, Other | 2% |
| Indian | 1.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.4% |
| African | 1.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.9% |
| Asian, Other | 0.6% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.3% |
| Caribbean | 0.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 11 Feb 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Feb 2025 | School inspection |
| 12 Mar 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Mar 2018 | Short inspection |
| 15 Jan 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Jan 2012 | Interim assessment |
| 27 Jan 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Jan 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 17 Jan 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong provision for early years education, particularly in reading and phonics.
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs.
- High-quality, well-planned wider curriculum that engages and inspires pupils.
- Strong leadership encourages significant pupil involvement and personal development.
- High expectations contribute to positive pupil behavior and motivation.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 37 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 18 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 3 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Parkside Middle School
Stourbridge Road, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 0AH |
0.04 miles |
|
St John's Church of England Middle School Academy
Watt Close, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 7DH |
0.7 miles |
|
The Orchards School
Perryfields Road, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 8QN |
0.73 miles |
|
Finstall First School
Carnforth Road, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B60 2HS |
0.79 miles |
|
Lickey End First School
School Lane, Lickey End, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B60 1JG |
0.92 miles |
|
Aston Fields Middle School
Drummond Road, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B60 2ET |
1.1 miles |
|
Millfields First School
Swift Close, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 7BS |
1.12 miles |
|
St Peter's Catholic First School
Rock Hill, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 7LH |
1.13 miles |
|
Charford First School
Charford Road, Charford, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B60 3NH |
1.32 miles |
|
Catshill Middle School
Meadow Road, Catshill, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 0JW |
1.39 miles |
|
Catshill First School
Gibb Lane, Catshill, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 0JP |
1.51 miles |
|
Dodford First School
Fockbury Road, Dodford, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 9AW |
1.79 miles |
|
Blackwell First School
St Catherine's Road, Blackwell, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B60 1BN |
1.93 miles |
|
Fairfield First School
Stourbridge Road, Fairfield, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 9LZ |
2.45 miles |
|
Tardebigge CofE First School
Church Lane, Tardebigge, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B60 3AH |
2.58 miles |
|
Lickey Hills Primary School and Nursery
Old Birmingham Road, Lickey, Birmingham, West Midlands, B45 8EU |
2.8 miles |
|
Stoke Prior First School
Ryefields Road, Stoke Prior, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B60 4ND |
2.81 miles |
|
St Andrew's CofE First School
Hewell Road, Barnt Green, Birmingham, West Midlands, B45 8NG |
3.29 miles |
|
Beaconside Primary and Nursery School
Hazel Road, Rubery, Birmingham, West Midlands, B45 9DX |
3.66 miles |
|
Holywell Primary and Nursery School
School Road, Rubery, Rednal, Birmingham, West Midlands, B45 9EY |
3.79 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
North Bromsgrove High School
School Drive, Stratford Road, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B60 1BA |
0.35 miles |
|
Bromsgrove School
Worcester Road, Bromsgrove, B61 7DU |
0.77 miles |
|
South Bromsgrove High
Charford Road, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B60 3NL |
1.11 miles |
|
Rigby Hall Day Special School
Rigby Lane, Aston fields, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B60 2EP |
1.21 miles |
|
Chadsgrove School
Meadow Road, Catshill, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 0JL |
1.38 miles |
|
Lokrum Fields
Copyholt Lane, Stoke Pound, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B60 3AY |
2.34 miles |
|
Waseley Hills High School
School Road, Rubery, Birmingham, West Midlands, B45 9EL |
3.66 miles |
|
Colmers School and Sixth Form College
Bristol Road South, Rednal, Birmingham, West Midlands, B45 9NY |
4.47 miles |
|
King Edward VI Balaam Wood Academy
New Street, Frankley, Birmingham, West Midlands, B45 0EU |
4.67 miles |
|
Pitcheroak School
Willow Way, Batchley, Redditch, Worcestershire, B97 6PQ |
4.72 miles |