Defford-Cum-Besford CofE School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary controlled school |
| Age Range | 5-10 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Hill View Defford Worcester Worcestershire WR8 9BH |
| Reference Number | 116802 |
Defford-Cum-Besford C of E School is performing well overall, having achieved a 'Good' rating in its recent inspection. It has a positive school culture where students feel safe, valued, and proud to attend. The leadership team is proactive in improving educational outcomes, with a curriculum that is being refined to boost learning. Particularly noteworthy is the early years provision, which is rated 'Outstanding', providing children with a strong foundation in their educational journey. However, there remain some areas where further development and clarity are needed, especially concerning curriculum delivery in certain subjects and the expansion of students' knowledge of diverse cultures and religions.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 43 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 53.49%
Girls: 46.51% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 11.6% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 14.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| 2 | 4 | 5 | 9 |
| 3 | 7 | 3 | 10 |
| 4 | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 69.8% |
| White & Asian | 4.7% |
| White, Other | 2.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 25 Apr 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 25 Apr 2023 | School inspection: |
| 04 Mar 2020 | School inspection |
| 20 Oct 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 17 Oct 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 06 Mar 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Interim assessment |
| 30 Jan 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Jan 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong emphasis on early reading and phonics education
- Nurturing relationships between staff and pupils
- Engaged and supportive parents
- Well-resourced outdoor learning environment
- Wide range of extracurricular activities
Areas for Improvement
- Some subjects are in early stages of development with limited checks on curriculum delivery
- Pupils' understanding of different religions and cultures is limited and sometimes confused
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 4 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 3 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Eckington CofE First School
School Lane, Eckington, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 3AU |
1.31 miles |
|
Abbey Park Primary School
Abbey Road, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 1DF |
2.23 miles |
|
Holy Redeemer Catholic Primary School
Priest Lane, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 1EB |
2.42 miles |
|
Orchard Primary School
Cherry Orchard, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 1ET |
2.72 miles |
|
St Barnabas CofE Primary School
Stonebow Road, Drakes Broughton, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 2AW |
3.21 miles |
|
Bredon Hancock's Endowed CofE First School
Church Street, Bredon, Church St, Bredon, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, GL20 7LA |
3.96 miles |
|
Pinvin CofE Academy
Main Street, Pinvin, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 2ER |
3.98 miles |
|
Elmley Castle CofE First School
Main Street, Elmley Castle, Elmley Castle Cofe, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 3HS |
4.2 miles |
|
Twyning School
Twyning Green, Twyning, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, GL20 6DF |
4.26 miles |
|
Upton-Upon-Severn CofE Primary and Pre School
School Lane, Upton-upon-Severn, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR8 0LD |
4.47 miles |
|
Overbury CofE First School
School Lane, Overbury, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, GL20 7NT |
4.52 miles |
|
Norton Juxta Kempsey CofE Primary School
Wadborough Road, Littleworth, Norton, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR5 2QJ |
4.77 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Pershore High School
Station Road, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 2BX |
3.18 miles |
|
Bowbrook House School
Main Street, Worcestershire, WR10 2EE |
4.55 miles |
|
Hanley Castle High School
Church End, Hanley Castle, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR8 0BL |
4.96 miles |