Kimbolton St James CofE Primary School
74%
Capacity
78
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Kimbolton St James CofE Primary School
Kimbolton St James CofE Primary 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 78 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Kimbolton St James CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Adam Breakwell, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 94% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 102nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
Kimbolton St James CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 16 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kimbolton St James CofE Primary School include Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Library, Forest School, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Cross Country, Athletics, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Gardening, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, Kimbolton St James 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Kimbolton, Leominster, Herefordshire, County of, HR6 0HQ |
| Headteacher | Adam Breakwell |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 78 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.5% |
| School Capacity | 78 / 105 (74% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 29 Nov 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (94%)
102nd of 13,686
Nationally
14th of 1,378
In West Midlands
2nd of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
94%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
94%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
33
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kimbolton St James CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Kimbolton, Leominster
Herefordshire, County of, HR6 0HQ
Kimbolton, Leominster
Herefordshire, County of, HR6 0HQ
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