Ashperton Primary Academy
114%
Capacity
209
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Ashperton Primary Academy
Ashperton Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Herefordshire, County of community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 209 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (114% of 183 places).
Ofsted has rated Ashperton Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Caroline Bullock, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 522nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
Ashperton Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 27 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ashperton Primary Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Cricket, Gymnastics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Film Club, Chess, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, Ashperton Primary Academy 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ashperton, Ledbury, Herefordshire, County of, HR8 2SE |
| Headteacher | Caroline Bullock |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.2% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 183 (114% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
522nd of 13,686
Nationally
50th of 1,378
In West Midlands
6th of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
87%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
61
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ashperton, Ledbury
Herefordshire, County of, HR8 2SE
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