Upper Arley CofE Primary School
URN: 147761 • Bewdley DY12 1XA
Overview
- Name
- Upper Arley CofE Primary School
- URN
- 147761
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE BLACK PEAR TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Louise Low (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01299861260
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Upper Arley, Bewdley DY12 1XA
Summary
Upper Arley CofE Primary School, located in Bewdley, Worcestershire, is a mixed academy school with a current enrolment of 72 pupils and a capacity of 105. The school emphasizes an inclusive ethos, ensuring that every child feels valued and nurtured throughout their educational journey. The curriculum is designed to foster inquisitiveness, independence, and resilience, supported by a dedicated staff team and a rich outdoor learning environment.
The school operates a busy Nursery class alongside Reception, providing a strong foundation for early learning. Upper Arley CofE Primary School promotes values such as compassion, kindness, and responsible decision-making, aligning with its Christian distinctiveness. The school is committed to community engagement, maintaining strong links with local institutions like St Peter’s Church and Arley Arboretum, which enhance the learning experience.
Since converting to academy status in April 2021, Upper Arley has been part of the Black Pear Trust and the Black Pear Teaching Alliance. The school invites parents to visit and experience its unique learning environment firsthand.
The school operates a busy Nursery class alongside Reception, providing a strong foundation for early learning. Upper Arley CofE Primary School promotes values such as compassion, kindness, and responsible decision-making, aligning with its Christian distinctiveness. The school is committed to community engagement, maintaining strong links with local institutions like St Peter’s Church and Arley Arboretum, which enhance the learning experience.
Since converting to academy status in April 2021, Upper Arley has been part of the Black Pear Trust and the Black Pear Teaching Alliance. The school invites parents to visit and experience its unique learning environment firsthand.
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Nearby alternatives
- Bewdley Primary School (57.9)
- St Anne's CofE VC Primary School (48.5)
- Bewdley, St Anne's CofE First School (45.2)
- Bewdley, Wribbenhall First School (45.2)
- Upper Arley CofE VC First School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Worcestershire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE BLACK PEAR TRUST
- Capacity
- 105
- Pupils
- 72
- Boys
- 41
- Girls
- 31
- FSM %
- 15.90
- Open date
- 2021-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Worcestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 72 | 41 | 31 | 105 | 15.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 61 | 27 | 34 | 105 | 11.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 69 | 30 | 39 | 105 | 14.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 69 | 30 | 39 | 105 | 14.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 105 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 105 |
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