Burford CofE Primary School
URN: 123464 • Tenbury Wells WR15 8AT
Overview
- Name
- Burford CofE Primary School
- URN
- 123464
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 72.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- W Tisdale (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Forresters Road, Tenbury Wells WR15 8AT
Summary
Burford CofE Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Tenbury Wells, Shropshire, with a current enrolment of 147 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 140. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment rooted in Christian values, encapsulated in its vision: "Rooted in Love, Growing in Trust, Blossoming with Courage, Prepared to Flourish in God's World." This ethos fosters a supportive community where children are encouraged to develop both academically and personally.
The curriculum at Burford is designed to inspire students through a varied and rich educational experience, promoting a love for learning. The school places a strong emphasis on values, with a Worship Group that identifies a new value each half-term, encouraging reflection during assemblies. The school also engages with the local community, exemplified by initiatives such as gift-giving to local organisations during the Christmas season.
Additionally, Burford CofE Primary School hosts an independent Pre-school, which has received an outstanding rating from Ofsted. The school is dedicated to ensuring smooth transitions for young learners, reinforcing its commitment to the holistic development of children within a caring and inclusive environment.
The curriculum at Burford is designed to inspire students through a varied and rich educational experience, promoting a love for learning. The school places a strong emphasis on values, with a Worship Group that identifies a new value each half-term, encouraging reflection during assemblies. The school also engages with the local community, exemplified by initiatives such as gift-giving to local organisations during the Christmas season.
Additionally, Burford CofE Primary School hosts an independent Pre-school, which has received an outstanding rating from Ofsted. The school is dedicated to ensuring smooth transitions for young learners, reinforcing its commitment to the holistic development of children within a caring and inclusive environment.
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Nearby alternatives
- Tenbury CofE Primary School (62.5)
- Tenbury CofE Primary School (60.2)
- Lindridge St Lawrence CE Primary School (57.7)
- Burford CofE Primary School (55.6)
Key details
- LA
- Shropshire
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 147
- Boys
- 80
- Girls
- 65
- FSM %
- 10.20
- Open date
- Close date
- 2017-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2009-12-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Worcestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 147 | 80 | 65 | 140 | 10.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 147 | 80 | 65 | 140 | 10.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 147 | 80 | 65 | 140 | 10.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 147 | 80 | 65 | 140 | 10.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 147 | 80 | 65 | 140 | 10.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 147 | 80 | 65 | 140 | 10.20 |
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