Defford-Cum-Besford CofE School
URN: 116802 • Worcester WR8 9BH
Overview
- Name
- Defford-Cum-Besford CofE School
- URN
- 116802
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tom Holdstock (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01386750321
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hill View, Worcester WR8 9BH
Summary
Defford-Cum-Besford Church of England School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Worcester, Worcestershire, with a current enrolment of 43 pupils and a capacity of 60. The school serves the villages of Defford, Besford, Strensham, and Birlingham, providing a strong educational foundation for children from preschool through Year 4. With a distinctive Christian ethos, the school emphasizes moral and spiritual development alongside academic achievement.
The curriculum at Defford-Cum-Besford is broad and varied, designed to help all children flourish in their learning. The school features three classes and offers a range of facilities, including outdoor classrooms, a forest school, and a sports field. The dedicated staff are committed to fostering a supportive environment where children are encouraged to reach their full potential.
Community involvement is a key aspect of the school's ethos, and parents are encouraged to engage with the school through visits and communication. The school prioritizes safeguarding and the welfare of its students, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all.
The curriculum at Defford-Cum-Besford is broad and varied, designed to help all children flourish in their learning. The school features three classes and offers a range of facilities, including outdoor classrooms, a forest school, and a sports field. The dedicated staff are committed to fostering a supportive environment where children are encouraged to reach their full potential.
Community involvement is a key aspect of the school's ethos, and parents are encouraged to engage with the school through visits and communication. The school prioritizes safeguarding and the welfare of its students, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all.
Useful links
- Juniper Education (other)
- Accessibility Statement (other)
- High Visibility Version (other)
- Thank you all for such a special day today. I will miss you all. Mr Holdstock (other)
- Like Us (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Pitmaston Primary School (78.4)
- Powick CofE Primary School (74.1)
- Inkberrow First School (73.9)
- Northwick Manor Primary School (72.3)
- Grimley and Holt CofE Primary School (71.1)
Key details
- LA
- Worcestershire
- Age range
- 5 - 9
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 60
- Pupils
- 43
- Boys
- 23
- Girls
- 20
- FSM %
- 11.60
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-04-26
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Worcestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 43 | 23 | 20 | 60 | 11.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 45 | 22 | 23 | 60 | 6.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 55 | 32 | 23 | 60 | 18.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 55 | 32 | 23 | 60 | 18.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 54 | 32 | 22 | 60 | 24.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 51 | 29 | 22 | 60 | 23.50 |
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