Far Forest Lea Memorial CofE Primary School
URN: 135034 • Kidderminster DY14 9TQ
Overview
- Name
- Far Forest Lea Memorial CofE Primary School
- URN
- 135034
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 51.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Shelley Reeves-Walters (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- New Road, Kidderminster DY14 9TQ
Summary
Far Forest Lea Memorial CofE Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Kidderminster, Worcestershire, with a current enrolment of 97 pupils and a capacity of 140. The school embraces its Christian ethos, aiming to nurture each child as a unique individual known to God. The vision is rooted in the biblical principle of care and guidance, reflecting a commitment to fostering a supportive and compassionate environment for all students.
The curriculum at Far Forest Lea is designed to inspire and educate the whole child, balancing academic achievement with personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on values such as nurture, care, and forgiveness, encouraging pupils to grow into well-rounded individuals who are aware of their responsibilities to themselves and others.
Community involvement is integral to the school's approach, with various events and initiatives aimed at fostering strong relationships among pupils, staff, and families. The school also offers wrap-around care and pre-school provision, ensuring that the needs of families are met and that children have access to a rich array of opportunities for growth and learning.
The curriculum at Far Forest Lea is designed to inspire and educate the whole child, balancing academic achievement with personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on values such as nurture, care, and forgiveness, encouraging pupils to grow into well-rounded individuals who are aware of their responsibilities to themselves and others.
Community involvement is integral to the school's approach, with various events and initiatives aimed at fostering strong relationships among pupils, staff, and families. The school also offers wrap-around care and pre-school provision, ensuring that the needs of families are met and that children have access to a rich array of opportunities for growth and learning.
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Nearby alternatives
- Stottesdon CofE Primary School (70.2)
- Heronswood Primary School (67.5)
- Franche Primary School (66.3)
- Sutton Park Primary School (64.4)
- St Catherine's CofE (VC) Primary School (63.8)
Key details
- LA
- Worcestershire
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 97
- Boys
- 56
- Girls
- 41
- FSM %
- 13.40
- Open date
- 2007-09-01
- Close date
- 2022-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-05-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Worcestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 97 | 56 | 41 | 140 | 13.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 97 | 56 | 41 | 140 | 13.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 97 | 56 | 41 | 140 | 13.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 97 | 56 | 41 | 140 | 13.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 102 | 67 | 35 | 140 | 12.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 103 | 68 | 35 | 140 | 7.80 |
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