Almeley Primary School
81%
Capacity
51
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Almeley Primary School
Almeley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Herefordshire, County of community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 51 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 63 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Almeley Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Jo Keeble, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12704th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 65th out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
Almeley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 13 applications for 8 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Almeley Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Swimming, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Choir, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, Almeley Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Almeley, Hereford, Herefordshire, County of, HR3 6LH |
| Headteacher | Jo Keeble |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 51 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.5% |
| School Capacity | 51 / 63 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12704th of 13,686
Nationally
1304th of 1,378
In West Midlands
65th of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
14%
'23/24
38%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
13
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Almeley, Hereford
Herefordshire, County of, HR3 6LH
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