Chirbury CofE VC Primary School & Busy Bees Nursery
URN: 123467 • Montgomery SY15 6BN
Overview
- Name
- Chirbury CofE VC Primary School & Busy Bees Nursery
- URN
- 123467
- 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
- 78.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Les Ball (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01938561647
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Chirbury, Montgomery SY15 6BN
Summary
Chirbury CofE VC Primary School & Busy Bees Nursery, located in Montgomery, Shropshire, is a mixed voluntary controlled primary school with a current enrolment of 109 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 84. The school is part of the Shropshire Hills Federation, which includes Norbury and Stiperstones, and is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.
The school's educational philosophy centres on excellence, enjoyment, and high expectations, with a focus on a rich and diverse curriculum. Emphasising practical application of skills, Chirbury aims to engage students through various opportunities that foster a love of learning in subjects such as reading, writing, mathematics, science, and the arts. The staff work collaboratively to ensure that all children receive the best possible educational experiences.
Chirbury CofE Primary School places a strong emphasis on community and parental involvement, aiming to develop children's independence and understanding of their own culture and that of others. The school is proud of its “Good or Outstanding” Ofsted ratings and strives to maintain high standards of care and support for all its students.
The school's educational philosophy centres on excellence, enjoyment, and high expectations, with a focus on a rich and diverse curriculum. Emphasising practical application of skills, Chirbury aims to engage students through various opportunities that foster a love of learning in subjects such as reading, writing, mathematics, science, and the arts. The staff work collaboratively to ensure that all children receive the best possible educational experiences.
Chirbury CofE Primary School places a strong emphasis on community and parental involvement, aiming to develop children's independence and understanding of their own culture and that of others. The school is proud of its “Good or Outstanding” Ofsted ratings and strives to maintain high standards of care and support for all its students.
Useful links
- Green Schools Online (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Oxon CofE Primary School (78.3)
- St Peter's CofE Primary School (78.0)
- Whixall CofE Primary School (77.7)
- Woodfield Infant School (76.8)
- Norbury Primary School and Nursery (72.7)
Key details
- LA
- Shropshire
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 84
- Pupils
- 109
- Boys
- 50
- Girls
- 59
- FSM %
- 2.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-12-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Powys
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 109 | 50 | 59 | 84 | 2.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 108 | 56 | 52 | 84 | 3.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 92 | 49 | 43 | 84 | 4.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 92 | 49 | 43 | 84 | 4.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 79 | 41 | 38 | 84 | 2.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 72 | 33 | 39 | 84 | 6.00 |
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