Cropthorne-with-Charlton CofE First School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary controlled school |
| Age Range | 5-10 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Main Street Cropthorne Main Road Pershore Worcestershire WR10 3NB |
| Reference Number | 116800 |
Cropthorne-with-Charlton C of E First School continues to perform well, maintaining its status as a good school. The pupils enjoy their time at the school, demonstrating good attendance and strong engagement with the school's values. The curriculum is ambitious and inclusive, supporting pupils of all abilities to achieve expected standards, particularly in phonics and reading. The school creates a supportive environment where pupils feel safe and are encouraged to excel in various subjects and extracurricular activities. While the overall performance is commendable, there are some concerns regarding the early years program. Activities planned for younger children do not consistently align with intended learning outcomes, which may lead to some missed learning opportunities. Overall, the school enjoys a strong reputation among parents and the local community, showcasing effective leadership and a commitment to the welfare and development of all pupils.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 86 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 48.84%
Girls: 51.16% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 21.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 20.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 22.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10 | 7 | 17 |
| 2 | 6 | 6 | 12 |
| 3 | 7 | 7 | 14 |
| 4 | 11 | 7 | 18 |
| 5 | 3 | 10 | 13 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 98.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 12 Mar 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 12 Mar 2024 | School inspection |
| 11 Sep 2018 | Short inspection |
| 25 Sep 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Jan 2013 | Interim assessment |
| 22 Sep 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Mar 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Nov 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy coming to school and have high attendance.
- The school has high expectations for all pupils to achieve.
- All pupils reach expected standards in phonics by the end of Year 2.
- A full and inclusive curriculum is provided for all pupils, including those with SEND.
- Effective support for pupils who fall behind in reading.
- The school offers numerous extracurricular activities and opportunities.
- Strong integration of subjects, such as linking French with music and other subjects.
- Strong parent and community engagement with the school.
Areas for Improvement
- Activities in the early years do not consistently match intended outcomes, potentially missing key learning opportunities.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 8 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 1 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Fladbury CofE Primary School and Preschool
Church Street, Fladbury, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 2QB |
0.91 miles |
|
St Andrew's CofE School and Nursery
Marymans Road, Hampton, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 2QN |
2.18 miles |
|
St Egwin's CofE Middle School
Worcester Road, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 4JU |
2.4 miles |
|
Elmley Castle CofE First School
Main Street, Elmley Castle, Elmley Castle Cofe, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 3HS |
2.4 miles |
|
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
High Street, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 4EJ |
2.45 miles |
|
Swan Lane First School
Rynal Street, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 4QA |
2.55 miles |
|
Bengeworth CE Academy
Kings Road, Bengeworth, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 3EU |
2.87 miles |
|
Evesham Nursery School
Four Pools Lane, Evesham, WR11 1BN |
3.02 miles |
|
St Richard's CofE First School
Four Pools Lane, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 1DU |
3.03 miles |
|
Orchard Primary School
Cherry Orchard, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 1ET |
3.18 miles |
|
Holy Redeemer Catholic Primary School
Priest Lane, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 1EB |
3.22 miles |
|
Abbey Park Primary School
Abbey Road, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 1DF |
3.35 miles |
|
Offenham Church of England First School
Myatt Road, Offenham, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 8SD |
3.39 miles |
|
Pinvin CofE Academy
Main Street, Pinvin, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 2ER |
3.63 miles |
|
Bredon Hill Academy
Elmley Road, Ashton-Under-Hill, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 7SW |
3.84 miles |
|
Church Lench CofE First School
Main Street, Church Lench, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 4UE |
4.23 miles |
|
Sedgeberrow CofE First School
Main Street, Sedgeberrow, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 7UF |
4.28 miles |
|
Ashton-under-Hill First School
Elmley Road, Ashton-Under-Hill, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 7SW |
4.33 miles |
|
Harvington CofE First School
Village Street, Harvington, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 8NQ |
4.41 miles |
|
Blackminster Middle School
Station Road, South Littleton, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 8TG |
4.59 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Prince Henry's High School
Victoria Avenue, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 4QH |
2.64 miles |
|
The De Montfort School
Four Pools Road, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 1DQ |
2.99 miles |
|
Vale of Evesham School
Four Pools Lane, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 1BN |
3.04 miles |
|
Pershore High School
Station Road, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 2BX |
3.43 miles |