Bridstow CofE Primary School
82%
Capacity
86
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Bridstow CofE Primary School
Bridstow CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Herefordshire, County of community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 86 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bridstow CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dan Brearey, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 46% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11536th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 53rd out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
Bridstow CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 28 applications for 11 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Bridstow CofE Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Rounders, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, Bridstow CofE 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Bridstow, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, County of, HR9 6PZ |
| Headteacher | Dan Brearey |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 86 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.1% |
| School Capacity | 86 / 105 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)
11536th of 13,686
Nationally
1197th of 1,378
In West Midlands
53rd of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
46%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
24%
'23/24
46%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
28
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bridstow CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Bridstow, Ross-on-Wye
Herefordshire, County of, HR9 6PZ
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