The Vaynor First School, Redditch
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Early Years
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
The Vaynor First School has exceptionally well-behaved pupils who are polite, cooperative and proud of their school. Reading is a priority with expert phonics teaching and tailored support to help all children catch up quickly. The outstanding early years provides an excellent foundation for learning, with children developing strong problem-solving and language skills through expertly-guided exploration.
Key Strengths
- Exceptional behaviour and conduct - pupils are exceptionally well-mannered, polite and work cooperatively from early years
- Outstanding early years provision - children are expertly prepared for key stage 1 with excellent use of indoor and outdoor spaces
- Strong reading programme - phonics is taught consistently using a well-structured approach with high-quality support for those who need it
- Broad and ambitious curriculum - carefully planned from Reception through Year 4 with secure staff subject knowledge
- High expectations and positive attitudes - pupils work hard, take pride in their work and have strong motivation to learn
Areas for Improvement
- Teachers need better strategies to check what pupils know and understand so they can move on to new learning as soon as pupils are ready
- Assessment practices could be more effective to prevent gaps between what pupils have learned and new learning
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective with a positive culture that prioritises pupil welfare and wellbeing.
Extracurricular Activities
School council, house captains, playground leaders, charity fundraising, visits to local care homes to sing carols
The Vaynor First School is a good quality school where pupils are inspired to achieve their best and behave exceptionally well. The school has outstanding early years provision and strong leadership within The Endeavour Schools Trust.
At a Glance
6.4%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
76 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Class Sizes
29.1
Avg class size
28.9
Infant (KS1)
29.5
KS2
15
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
94%
Near capacity
425 pupils
450 capacity
25 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Redditch
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Redditch
Admissions Demand - Worcestershire
Places available
6,938
Applications
5,554
Got 1st preference
94.3%
Got preferred school
98.5%
Primary admissions across Worcestershire (2025/26)
Inspection History(5)
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
4.50434%
Overall absence
9.0411%
Persistent absence
365
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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