Kington Primary School
104%
Capacity
214
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Kington Primary School
Kington 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 214 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 205 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kington Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Bretherton, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12487th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 62nd out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
Kington Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 23 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
Kington Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (22 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kington Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Swimming, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Gardening, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, Kington 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 | Mill Street, Kington, Herefordshire, County of, HR5 3AL |
| Headteacher | Emma Bretherton |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 214 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.6% |
| School Capacity | 214 / 205 (104% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 May 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12487th of 13,686
Nationally
1288th of 1,378
In West Midlands
62nd of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
26%
'23/24
40%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
22 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
27
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (85% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kington Primary School
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Contact Information
Mill Street, Kington
Herefordshire, County of, HR5 3AL
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