Matchborough First School Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 3-9 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Matchborough Way Matchborough East Redditch Worcestershire B98 0GD |
| Reference Number | 140309 |
Matchborough First School Academy has made significant progress since its last inspection, improving its grade from Requires Improvement to Good across all key areas. The school offers a supportive and inclusive environment where pupils thrive academically and socially. Parents appreciate the positive relationships that staff build with their children, contributing to a safe and nurturing atmosphere. The school has a clear commitment to ensuring that all students, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), receive the support they need to succeed.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 363 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.34%
Girls: 47.66% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 24% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 23.6 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 24.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 24.7 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 35 | 31 | 66 |
| 2 | 30 | 25 | 55 |
| 3 | 38 | 30 | 68 |
| 4 | 38 | 44 | 82 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 78% |
| White, Other | 8.5% |
| African | 3.6% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.2% |
| Pakistani | 2.2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.9% |
| Unclassified | 1.4% |
| White & Asian | 1.1% |
| Asian, Other | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 06 Mar 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 06 Mar 2024 | School inspection: |
| 12 Oct 2021 | School inspection: |
| 04 Oct 2016 | Short inspection |
| 05 Nov 2013 | Academy conversion letter |
| 26 Jan 2011 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Matchborough First School | |
| 26 Jan 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Feb 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Feb 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 31 Mar 2003 | Full inspection |
| 31 Mar 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils show respect and care for one another, fostering a positive school community.
- The curriculum is broad and ambitious, promoting a love of learning.
- Strong emphasis on reading, with effective phonics instruction beginning in early years.
- High-quality interactions in early years that promote effective language and communication skills.
- Pupils take pride in their achievements and enjoy a variety of extracurricular opportunities.
Areas for Improvement
- Some pupils struggle to identify key knowledge due to inconsistencies in curriculum delivery.
- Attendance issues persist, with too many pupils remaining persistently absent.
- Governance lacks clarity in roles and responsibilities, affecting oversight.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 22 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 14 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Your Ideas School
Dilwyn Close, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 0BU |
0.26 miles |
|
Ipsley CofE Middle School
WINYATES WAY, WINYATES, REDDITCH, B98 0UB |
0.51 miles |
|
Tenacres First School
Quibury Close, Winyates East, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 0PB |
0.67 miles |
|
Arrow Valley First School
Colts Lane, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 0LH |
0.8 miles |
|
Mappleborough Green CofE Primary School
Henley Road, Mappleborough Green, Studley, Warwickshire, B80 7DR |
0.88 miles |
|
St Thomas More Catholic First School
Woodrow Centre, Studley Road, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 7RY |
0.99 miles |
|
Woodrow First School
Longdon Close, Woodrow South, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 7UZ |
1.16 miles |
|
Woodfield Academy
Studley Road, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 7HH |
1.19 miles |
|
Moons Moat First School
Cleeve Close, Church Hill, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 9HR |
1.31 miles |
|
Oak Hill First School
Wirehill Drive, Lodge Park, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 7JU |
1.36 miles |
|
Studley Infants' School
High Street, Studley, Warwickshire, B80 7HJ |
1.46 miles |
|
St Bede's Catholic Middle School
Holloway Lane, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 7HA |
1.47 miles |
|
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Pool Road, Studley, Warwickshire, B80 7QU |
1.59 miles |
|
St George's CofE First School and Nursery
Stevenson Avenue, St. Georges C of E First School and Nursery, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 8LU |
1.64 miles |
|
Church Hill Middle School
Wood Piece Lane, Church Hill, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 9LR |
1.67 miles |
|
Abbeywood First School
Wood Piece Lane, Church Hill, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 9LR |
1.68 miles |
|
Studley St Mary's CofE Academy
New Road, Studley, Warwickshire, B80 7ND |
1.75 miles |
|
St Stephen's CofE First School
Mabey Avenue, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 8HW |
2.07 miles |
|
Beoley First School
Beoley Lane, Beoley, Beoley First School, Beoley Lane. B98 9an, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 9AN |
2.1 miles |
|
St Luke's CofE First School
Plymouth Road North, Southcrest, Redditch, Worcestershire, B97 4NU |
2.17 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Kingfisher School
Clifton Close, Matchborough, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 0HF |
0.2 miles |
|
Arrow Vale High School
Matchborough Way, Redditch, B98 0GF |
0.26 miles |
|
Tudor Grange Academy Redditch
Woodrow Drive, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 7UH |
0.98 miles |
|
Studley High School
Crooks Lane, Studley, Warwickshire, B80 7QX |
1.71 miles |
|
Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre
Easemore Road, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 8HB |
2.01 miles |
|
Heart of Worcestershire College
Peakman Campus, Peakman Street, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 8DW |
2.06 miles |
|
St Augustine's Catholic High School
Stonepits Lane, Hunt End, Redditch, Worcestershire, B97 5LX |
2.43 miles |
|
Pitcheroak School
Willow Way, Batchley, Redditch, Worcestershire, B97 6PQ |
2.95 miles |
|
Ridgeway Secondary School
Evesham Road, Redditch, B96 6BD |
3.36 miles |
|
Venture Academy
Stratford Road, Henley-in-Arden, Warwickshire, B95 6AD |
4.9 miles |
|
Henley In Arden School
Stratford Road, Henley-in-Arden, Warwickshire, B95 6AF |
4.94 miles |