Burley Gate CofE Primary School
78%
Capacity
82
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Burley Gate CofE Primary School
Burley Gate CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Herefordshire, County of community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 82 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Burley Gate CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michele Lewis, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8861st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
Burley Gate CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 23 applications for 10 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Burley Gate CofE Primary School include Dining Hall, Forest School, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Cross Country, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Film Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, Burley Gate 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Burley Gate, Hereford, Herefordshire, County of, HR1 3QR |
| Headteacher | Michele Lewis |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 82 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.5% |
| School Capacity | 82 / 105 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 May 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 Nov 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8861st of 13,686
Nationally
897th of 1,378
In West Midlands
43rd of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
23
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Burley Gate, Hereford
Herefordshire, County of, HR1 3QR
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