Leominster Primary School
95%
Capacity
597
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Leominster Primary School
Leominster Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Herefordshire, County of community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 597 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Leominster Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Lynch and Rees, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8484th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
Leominster Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 57 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
Leominster Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 4 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Leominster Primary School include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Cross Country, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, Leominster 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hereford Road, Leominster, Herefordshire, County of, HR6 8JU |
| Headteacher | Helen Lynch and Rees |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 597 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.8% |
| School Capacity | 597 / 630 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Jan 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8484th of 13,686
Nationally
847th of 1,378
In West Midlands
41st of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
58%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
68
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (84% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leominster Primary School
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Contact Information
Hereford Road, Leominster
Herefordshire, County of, HR6 8JU
Hereford Road, Leominster
Herefordshire, County of, HR6 8JU
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