Broadlands Primary School
52%
Capacity
165
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Broadlands Primary School
Broadlands 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 165 pupils on roll, operating at 52% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Broadlands Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon Robertson, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12157th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 60th out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
Broadlands Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 19 applications for 11 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Broadlands Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Football, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Book Club, Gardening, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, Broadlands 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 | Broadlands Lane, Hereford, Herefordshire, County of, HR1 1HY |
| Headteacher | Simon Robertson |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 165 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.9% |
| School Capacity | 165 / 315 (52% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12157th of 13,686
Nationally
1254th of 1,378
In West Midlands
60th of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
43%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
19
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Broadlands Lane, Hereford
Herefordshire, County of, HR1 1HY
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