Burghill Community Academy
110%
Capacity
115
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Burghill Community Academy
Burghill Community Academy 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 115 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Burghill Community Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ben Caldicott, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3312th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
Burghill Community Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 13 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
Burghill Community Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (27 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Burghill Community Academy include Music Rooms, Library, Sensory Room, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Dance, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, Burghill Community 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Burghill, Hereford, Herefordshire, County of, HR4 7RP |
| Headteacher | Ben Caldicott |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 115 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.8% |
| School Capacity | 115 / 105 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3312th of 13,686
Nationally
321st of 1,378
In West Midlands
23rd of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
73%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
27 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
36
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Burghill Community Academy
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Contact Information
Burghill, Hereford
Herefordshire, County of, HR4 7RP
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