Ivington CofE Primary and Pre-School
85%
Capacity
103
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Ivington CofE Primary and Pre-School
Ivington CofE Primary and Pre-School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Herefordshire, County of community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 103 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 121 places).
Ofsted has rated Ivington CofE Primary and Pre-School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Melanie Smith, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1677th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
Ivington CofE Primary and Pre-School is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 18 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
Ivington CofE Primary and Pre-School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 76% recommending the school (21 responses).
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 Ivington CofE Primary and Pre-School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Forest School, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Athletics, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, Ivington CofE Primary and Pre-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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Ivington, Leominster, Herefordshire, County of, HR6 0JH |
| Headteacher | Melanie Smith |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 103 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.1% |
| School Capacity | 103 / 121 (85% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Sept 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1677th of 13,686
Nationally
164th of 1,378
In West Midlands
14th of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
79%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
21 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed18
36
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ivington CofE Primary and Pre-School
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Contact Information
Ivington, Leominster
Herefordshire, County of, HR6 0JH
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